1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO (1,180 Rentals)

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Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 21, 2025

There are currently 40875 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Kansas City, MO that range in price from $300 to $15,229. Outlying Johnson County KS, Crown Center and Union Hill are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Kansas City with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outlying Johnson County KS633$1,540$390
Crown Center612$1,535$700
Union Hill530$1,535$700
Coleman Highlands477$1,535$745
Roanoke441$1,527$745
Beacon Hills426$1,476$695
Hospital Hill417$1,510$695
Westside South415$1,650$700
Rockhill410$1,497$745
Wendell Phillips410$1,506$673

Largest Available Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kansas City, MO is found at The Dial in the Crown Center neighborhood and is 2,175 square feet priced from $3,873. The Grand has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,630 square feet and currently listed start at $5,527. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kansas City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The DialA9P2,175 Sq Ft$3,873
The GrandPenthouse B1,630 Sq Ft$5,527
909 WalnutHardy1,386 Sq Ft$2,039
ReverbB4.31,235 Sq Ft$2,130
The LanesLW2-ADA1,235 Sq Ft$2,595
AspireB21,206 Sq Ft$1,849
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style980 Sq Ft$1,558
Unity LoftsOld Townley - 1 Bedroom980 Sq Ft$1,699
Artisan KCBroadway Lofts - One Bedroom940 Sq Ft$1,155

Cheapest Available Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 21, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kansas City, MO is the One Bedroom Model starting from $600 at Brookside Apartments in the Blue Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kansas City 1 Bedroom is the Midsize One Bedrooms Model at Canyon Creek Apartments starting at $615 in the Legacy East neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kansas City is currently $1,494. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kansas City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom$600
Canyon Creek ApartmentsMidsize One Bedrooms$615
Park Highlands ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Home$633
Jefferson Place East1 Bedroom$675
Oxford CommonsOne Bedroom$675
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath$678
910 PennA3$700
Unicorn Apartments1 Bedroom - Small$700
Quality Hill TowersA5$711
Belton HeightsOne Bedroom$735

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Kansas City Overview

Kansas City, MO, is a vibrant metropolis in the American Midwest making life in Kansas City apartments the best. The city is bright, fun and modern, with a growing public transit system, an international airport, and well-maintained parks.

Why live in Kansas City, MO?

Kansas City is a major metropolitan city that has it all. From all-American steakhouses and football to farmers’ markets and museums, whatever is important to you, you’ll probably find it in Kansas City.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kansas City, MO

Ranked #1

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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.

Kansas City, MO Area Reviews

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Amber • 2+ years in Kansas City

February 25, 2025

We call it "Paris of the Plains" because KC really does have it all! It's a very green city with lots of great parks. We've got a lot of culture here, lots of great restaurants, plenty of places to go hiking or catch a show--you name it. It's truly a great place to live. However, public transportation does leave a little bit to be desired. While it's free, bus stops can be few and far between outside of Downtown.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kansas City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Kansas City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kansas City is at Brookside Apartments listed at $600.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kansas City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kansas City is $1,494.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kansas City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kansas City is a 2,175 square feet unit starting from $3,873 at The Dial.

What is the average size for Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kansas City is currently 766 sq ft.

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