
Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (1,004 Rentals)


Luxe at Union Hill

Crossroads Westside

West Side Lofts

Signal Hill Studios

Artisan KC

Via

Westover at The Crosswalks

The Belleview - Student Friendly Housing

44 Washington
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Marcato

Union Hill on Main

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Oasis on Linwood

Bellerive

Fountain View on the Plaza
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1989 Main

3700 Wyoming St

Harrison Village and Harrison Haus

Roxford at The Crosswalks

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Warwick Court Townhomes

1132 W 41ST TERRACE

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University Meadows
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The Moxie on Union Hill

ArriveKC Apartments

Converge KC Uptown

Arte KC

Midtown Plaza

The Yards

Brick House

Windows Lofts (Residential)

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Gillham Park Row
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COLONIAL

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KOSOBRO

2805 CHARLOTTE

Grotto Apartments
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Center City, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,192 | $525 | $1,900 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $650 | $2,834 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $758 | $5,079 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $898 | $4,570 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Kansas City. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with young ones? this residential area has established a name for itself as a leading submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best-regarded learning and education resources.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like nice outdoor spaces? this residential submarket has now become known as providing really good access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Center City is amongst the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of Kansas City ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
How much are Studio apartments in Center City?
There are currently 459 Studio Apartments in Center City with rent ranges from $525 to $1,900 with an average price of $1,192.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Center City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Center City ranges from $650 to $2,834 with an average monthly rent of $1,436.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Center City range from $758 to $5,079. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,856.
How expensive are Center City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 97 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Center City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $898 to $4,570 - averaging $2,404 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!