
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO Under $3,000 (794 Rentals)


Lux: Wonderland in Crossroads / Katz on Main

Sonder

Oberon

Converge KC Uptown

Luxe at Union Hill

Flashcube Apartments

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Brookside 51

West Side Lofts

Timber Lakes at Red Bridge
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Pickwick Plaza

Falcon Point

The Ethans Apartments

Eastwood Crossings

Aspen Landing

Library Lofts

The Bristol Apartments

The Wade
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Citizen

The Dial

Roxford at The Crosswalks

Three Light Luxury Apartments

Forest Ridge Villas

44 Washington

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Reverb Alton Collection

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Alton Heights

1989 Main
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Marcato

Union Hill on Main

Crossroads Westside

Two Light Luxury Apartments

The Linden

Commerce Tower

Second and Delaware Apartments

The Colonnades

International
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Argyle on 12th

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The Landing at Savannah West

Summit On Quality Hill

Plaza House

The Newbern

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Wild Oak Apartments

Roanoke Apartments

Life at Highland Village

KC Loft Central

Latitude 72
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Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kansas City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Studio Apartments | $1,278 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $645 | $6,100 |
| Kansas City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,886 | $752 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $898 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,784 | $1,430 | $3,632 |
| Kansas City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
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Kansas City, MO Area Reviews
Amber • 2+ years in Kansas City
February 25, 2025We 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 $695.
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 $1,582.
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 1,256 square feet unit starting from $2,487 at Reverb Alton Collection.
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 864 sq ft.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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