
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS from $400 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kensington area of Kansas City.


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Kensington, Kansas City, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $937 | $875 | $999 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $743 | $500 | $1,025 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $700 | $1,279 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $1,225 | $1,350 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Alegre Apartamentos priced from $500. Wyandotte Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Alegre Apartamentos | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Wyandotte Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| City Hall Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Freshly Painted & Spacious 1 and 2-Bedrooms – Oakwood Gardens | OG 2 Bedroom 825 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Hilltop Townhomes | HT 2 Bedroom 1400 | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, KS
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington 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 Kensington 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 Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Townhomes | HT 3 Bedroom 1400 | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Redwood Courts Townhomes | Redwood | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Villa Alegre Apartamentos | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Freshly Painted & Spacious 1 and 2-Bedrooms – Oakwood Gardens | OG 2 Bedroom 825 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| City Hall Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Wyandotte Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $700 at Villa Alegre Apartamentos.
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