
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (451 Rentals)


Luxe at Union Hill

Crossroads Westside

West Side Lofts

Artisan KC

Westover at The Crosswalks

520 East

44 Washington

Reverb Alton Collection
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1989 Main

Marcato

Union Hill on Main

The Newbern

Roanoke Apartments

Ambassador

Soho Apartments

Oasis on Linwood

The Hamilton
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The Flats on 39th

3700 Wyoming St

Harrison Village and Harrison Haus

Plaza Point Apartments

The Moxie on Union Hill

Converge KC Uptown

Midtown Plaza
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Arte KC

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The Maxwell

Katy and Delilah Plaza Living

26th Street Station

Westside Flats
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The Sombart

Plaza Apartment Center

Vine Street Lofts

One Nine Vine Apartments

Ellison 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 | $1,171 | $525 | $1,882 |
Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $650 | $2,936 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $758 | $3,590 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $898 | $4,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 451 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Largest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Center City area of Kansas City, MO is found at Reverb Alton Collection and is listed at 1,235 square feet priced from $1,985. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverb Alton Collection | B4.3 | 1,235 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| Gallerie Apartments | Proof - B3 | 1,172 Sq Ft | $1,792 |
| Brick House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | $795 |
| Luxe at Union Hill | Elegant 1 BR Den + Balcony, Shower, Gas Cooking | 995 Sq Ft | $1,870 |
| The Dorset | Ashmore | 993 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| Alton Heights | A4 | 992 Sq Ft | $1,708 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | 970 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| Roxford at The Crosswalks | ATNW_1b1a | 964 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| Artisan KC | Broadway Lofts - One Bedroom | 940 Sq Ft | $1,155 |
| Vine Street Lofts | One Bedroom | 816 Sq Ft | $1,190 |
Cheapest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Center City of Kansas City, MO is the 1 Bedroom Garden*** Model starting from $740 at Villa del Sol Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Center City is currently $1,364. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa del Sol Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden*** | $740 |
| Vanderbilt Place E 42nd | VndrB1x1 | $745 |
| Charlotte Square - 3330-3368 Charlotte | CS_Small | $745 |
| Harrison Village and Harrison Haus | Harrison Haus - The Woodland | $756 |
| Brick House | 1BR/1.0BA | $795 |
| Six40 | 640ea1ba | $800 |
| Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments | 1-Bedroom (Apartment) | $825 |
| The Hamilton | 701ea1bA | $845 |
| Ricardo | 811e-1b4 | $850 |
| Paraclete Manor | Studio | $850 |
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Getting Around the Center City Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Center City is at Villa del Sol Apartments listed at $740.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Center City is $1,364.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 1,235 square feet unit starting from $1,985 at Reverb Alton Collection.
What is the average size for Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Center City is currently 0 sq ft.
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