
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 18th and Vine Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (229 Rentals)
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532 Gladstone Blvd

Quality Hill Towers

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White Hall Lofts

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2729 Campbell

Harrison Village and Harrison Haus

The KC High Line

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18th and Vine, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 18th and Vine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18th and Vine Studio Apartments | $1,367 | $695 | $2,622 |
| 18th and Vine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $695 | $5,713 |
| 18th and Vine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| 18th and Vine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $997 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available 18th and Vine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the 18th and Vine area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Smart Lofts on Gladstone priced from $695. Penn Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable 18th and Vine apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Lofts on Gladstone | Studio Top | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Penn Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| White Hall Lofts | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Old Town Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Mark One Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 2600-2614 Amie Ct | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 929 Residences | The Penny | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 3022 McGEE | 1B 1B 3F RENOV | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Walnut Tower Apartments | Dogwood | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in 18th and Vine, MO
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the 18th and Vine area is the $0.88 price per square foot Brooklyn Model at Western in the in the 18th and Vine neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value 18th and Vine apartment is the 2x2 Model at Old Town Lofts starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Crown Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 18th and Vine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western | Brooklyn | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Old Town Lofts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Grand Boulevard Lofts | Two Bedroom | Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| West Side Lofts | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 901 E 28th Street | 1B 1B 1F W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Harrison Village and Harrison Haus | Harrison Village - The Brooklyn | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Quality Hill Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 3022 McGEE | 1B 1B 3F RENOV | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Smart Lofts on Gladstone | 1 Bedroom Top | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Best Local Schools in 18th And Vine, Kansas City, MO
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap 18th and Vine Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in 18th and Vine?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in 18th and Vine is under $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in 18th and Vine?
The cheapest apartment in 18th and Vine is Old Town Lofts which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in 18th and Vine costs $7,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 18th and Vine?
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 94 regular apartments in 18th and Vine 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 18th and Vine?
Cheap apartments in 18th and Vine have an average cost of $127 which is $6,873 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 18th and Vine.
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