Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfax Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS from $400 (40 Rentals)

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City Hall Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

City Hall Lofts

805 N 6th StKansas City, KS 66101
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Y Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Y Lofts

900 N 8th StKansas City, KS 66101
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Boulevard Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Lofts

800 Washington BlvdKansas City, KS 66101

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Darby at Briarcliff
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$1,277 - $3,120
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Darby at Briarcliff

1600 NW 38th StKansas City, MO 64116
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Fairfax, Kansas City, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Blacklark Apartments priced from $849. Riverside Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blacklark Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$849
Riverside Heights Apartments2Bd/1.5Ba2BR,1BA$995
City View at SplitlogOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Union BerkleyA2 - StudioStudio,1BA$1,055
Timberline Apartments and TownhomesSpruce (2x1)2BR,1BA$1,075
MAA The StationArabiaStudio,1BA$1,088
Turtle Hill TownhomesTax Credit 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,125
City Hall Place1x11BR,1BA$1,146
The OxBowS1Studio,1BA$1,157
The WadeS1Studio,1BA$1,187

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, KS

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at HarborTown Villas in the in the Fairfax neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 3x2 Model at Cold Storage Lofts starting at $1,710 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Quality Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HarborTown Villas2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$1.21
Cold Storage Lofts3x23BR,2BA$1.48
The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment HomesPacific Luxe 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Private Entry1BR,1BA$1.45
Turtle Hill TownhomesTax Credit 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.11
The Briarcliff City ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.72
Blacklark Apartments3-Bedrooms3BR,1BA$1.57
Park LoftsHillrose1BR,1BA$1.38
Riverside Heights Apartments2Bd/1Ba2BR,1BA$1.13
Timberline Apartments and TownhomesSpruce_R (2x1)2BR,1BA$1.45
City View at SplitlogOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Fairfax, Kansas City, KS

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fairfax?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfax is under $1,187.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax?

The cheapest apartment in Fairfax is Blacklark Apartments which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Fairfax costs $2,797.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Fairfax that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairfax?

Cheap apartments in Fairfax have an average cost of $188 which is $2,609 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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