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Arte KC
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$1,173 - $4,730
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1918 Locust StKansas City, MO 64108
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Kansas City - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in Kansas City by our Kansas City, MO Local Expert Amber Kanuckel. See how it ranks!

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Brookside 51
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$1,619 - $3,610
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Brookside 51

5100 Oak StKansas City, MO 64112
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Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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Windemere
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Windemere

601-605 E Armour BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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Hudson Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson Pointe

8900 Old Santa Fe RdKansas City, MO 64138
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Gillham House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Gillham House

3411 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64111
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Park Central
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

300 E Armour BlvdKansas City, MO 64111
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The Brownhardt
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brownhardt

801 E Armour BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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Kenwood
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood

615 E Armour BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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Ricardo
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ricardo

811 E Armour BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Scholars Row
Studio Apartments

Scholars Row

5522 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64110
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Infinity at Plaza West
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Infinity at Plaza West

4440 Roanoke PkyKansas City, MO 64111
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Plaza 209 Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 209 Apartments

209 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Prairie Walk
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Walk

11026 College LnKansas City, MO 64137
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Windsong Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsong Apartments

100-112 W 103rd StKansas City, MO 64114
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3435 Main
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3435 Main

3435 Main StKansas City, MO 64111
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Devling Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Devling Place

3600-3634 NE Chouteau TfwyKansas City, MO 64117
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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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 Cheap Kansas City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Kansas City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kansas City is under $695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kansas City?

The cheapest apartment in Kansas City is spacious 1 bedroom which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,517.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kansas City?

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 5,584 regular apartments in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?

Cheap apartments in Kansas City have an average cost of $326 which is $1,191 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kansas City.

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