
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO from $525 (246 Rentals) Page 2 of 5


Oberon

The Grove

Converge KC Uptown

Eighty Eighth & Oak

Harvey Dutton Lofts

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Arterra KC Alton Collection

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Arte KC

Union Hill on Main

1989 Main
Kansas City - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Kansas City
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Commerce Tower

Altitude 970

The Dial

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Alton Heights

BLVD 64

Luxe at Union Hill

Furnished Studio-Kansas City - South

Ascent

Brookside Commons
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Unity Lofts

Union Berkley

Citizen

Second and Delaware Apartments

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Darby at Briarcliff

ArriveKC

Roaster's Block

Three Light Luxury Apartments
Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch
Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

MAA The Station

Two Light Luxury Apartments

Cold Storage Lofts

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Brookside 51

The Wade

51 Main

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Reverb Alton Collection

Furnished Studio-Kansas City - South - I-49

Lux: Wonderland in Crossroads / Katz on Main

Nowlin Hall
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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.

Pendleton Arts Block

Emerson Manor

Budd Park Place Apartments

Knaack Properties

Alhaven

Lindale

The Valentine

Swope Parkway Estates for Adults 55+

White Apartments

3136 Grand Ave
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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 | $1,259 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $607 | $6,100 |
| Kansas City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $700 | $8,936 |
| Kansas City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,161 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,004 | $1,430 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
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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 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 $700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kansas City?
The cheapest apartment in Kansas City is Belton Heights which is listed at $525, while the average apartment in Kansas City costs $1,518.
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 6,064 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 $297 which is $1,221 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kansas City.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Beyond the City Limits: Where to Find Your Perfect Apartment in the Kansas City Metro
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Hey there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City, and I’m back with another local guide.

Kansas City BBQ and Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC
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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City
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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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.


