
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shawnee Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS from $600 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Shawnee Heights area of Kansas City.


Mission Road Studios

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Shawnee Heights, Kansas City, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shawnee Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee Heights Studio Apartments | $1,415 | $875 | $1,655 |
| Shawnee Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $868 | $2,043 |
| Shawnee Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $945 | $3,183 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shawnee Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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Cheapest Available Shawnee Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shawnee Heights area of Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC priced from $800. Malvern Hill Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $867. Here are the most affordable Shawnee Heights apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC | 1bed/1bath (duplex) | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Malvern Hill Apartment Homes | STUDIO 1 | Studio,1BA | $867 |
| Johnson Med Center | One Bedroom Model C | 1BR,1BA | $868 |
| Mission Road Studios | Renovated | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Mission Manor Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee Heights, KS
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shawnee Heights area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2b1b925F Model at 4117 The Flats in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Shawnee Heights apartment is the VOLKER Model at West 39th Street starting at $1,713 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Westport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shawnee Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4117 The Flats | 2b1b925F | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| West 39th Street | VOLKER | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| University Villa Apartments | 2bd/2ba (Zeta) | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Forest Court Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Woodview Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Vista Condominiums | VISTA 04 P | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC | 1bed/1bath (duplex) | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Johnson Med Center | One Bedroom Model C | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Dylan Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| Mission Manor Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShawnee Heights, Kansas City, KS
Ranked #11
Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Shawnee Heights Neighborhood in Kansas City, KS
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shawnee Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shawnee Heights is at Malvern Hill Apartment Homes listed at $867.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Heights Apartment is $800 at Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shawnee Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shawnee Heights is starting from $900 at Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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