
Apartments for Rent in Kansas City, MO Under $1,200 (765 Rentals)


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The View on Vivion

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Timberlane Village Apartments

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Oaks Centropolis

Timber Lakes at Red Bridge

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1989 Main

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The Dial

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Parc at Creekside

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2207 E 24th Ter

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The Drake

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Commerce Tower

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One Nine Vine

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909 Walnut

Lakeside Village

Sonder

Oberon

Fountainhead Apartments

The Yards
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kansas City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,265 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,573 | $645 | $6,100 |
| Kansas City 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,868 | $752 | $9,537 |
| Kansas City 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,167 | $898 | $10,000+ |
| Kansas City 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,875 | $1,430 | $3,689 |
| 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 Kansas City
How much are Studio apartments in Kansas City?
There are currently 965 Studio Apartments in Kansas City with rent ranges from $525 to $23,100 with an average price of $1,265.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kansas City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kansas City ranges from $645 to $6,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,573.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kansas City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kansas City range from $752 to $9,537. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,868.
How expensive are Kansas City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 500 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kansas City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $898 to $13,561 - averaging $2,167 for the location.
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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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