
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS from $800 (9 Rentals)


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Wyandotte Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $800 | $1,500 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $800 | $1,700 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $1,200 | $1,375 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Kansas City, KS
Ranked #21
Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Wyandotte Apartments which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $1,362.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
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 2 regular apartments in Kensington 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 Kensington?
Cheap apartments in Kensington have an average cost of $196 which is $1,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.
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