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property at 1740 N 50th Ter

$800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 1

1740 N 50th Ter

Kansas CityKS66102

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 4120 Adams St

$1,095 - $1,995

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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4120 Adams St

Kansas CityKS66103

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 2502 N 57th St

$1,300

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$1,300
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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2502 N 57th St

Kansas CityKS66104

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Kansas City, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kansas City, KS

Pricing Updated: 03/10/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Kansas City, KS area range in price from $595 to $6,874 with an overall median price of $1,638. The three Kansas City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bethel Welborn at $595, Coronado at $595, and Nearman Hills at $595. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kansas City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bethel Welborn$1,099$59514
Coronado$1,099$59521
Nearman Hills$1,099$59520
Northwest Kansas City$1,099$69945
Quindaro Bluffs$1,099$79912
Santa Fe Industrial$1,125$80018
Argentine$1,212$735134
Turner$1,247$87525
Kensington$1,325$69917
Riverview$1,325$69914

Cheapest Available Kansas City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Alegre Apartamentos in the Kensington neighborhood priced from $500. The Falls in the Crestview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $682. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kansas City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Alegre ApartamentosC2911-051BR,1BA$500
The FallsS2Q - Income Limits ApplyStudio,1BA$682
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$725
3721 Broadway3721 Broadway Blvd - 17Studio,1BA$725
Suntree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
Westport Central301w-0bdStudio,1BA$750
Quality Hill TowersA71BR,1BA$756
Woodbridge Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$758
Malvern Hill Apartment HomesSTUDIO 1Studio,1BA$763
Forest Court Apartment Homes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS

As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kansas City area is the $0.96 price per square foot HT 3 Bedroom 1400 Model at Hilltop Townhomes in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Kansas City apartment is the Redwood Model at Redwood Courts Townhomes starting at $1,225 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Kensington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kansas City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hilltop TownhomesHT 3 Bedroom 14003BR,2BA$0.96
Redwood Courts TownhomesRedwood3BR,1.5BA$0.90
Brick House2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
Old Town Lofts2x22BR,2BA$0.94
Turtle Hill TownhomesTax Credit 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Fox Creek ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.03
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
Brougham Estates1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Gatton RentalsParallel Arms 2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Villa Alegre ApartamentosB1600-032BR,1BA$0.93

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

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kansas City

What type of rentals are currently available in Kansas City?

There are currently 1223 Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, KS with pricing that ranges from $595 to $11,401. There are also 146 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kansas City ranging from $725 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kansas City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kansas City ranges from $725 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,529.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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