Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Kansas City, MO from $600 (100 Rentals)

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property at 306 E 12th St

306 E 12th St

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property at 934 Broadway Blvd

934 Broadway Blvd

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property at 202 W 5th St

202 W 5th St

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320 W 7th St

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Central Business District, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Quality Hill Towers priced from $656. Jazz Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quality Hill TowersA1Studio,1BA$656
Jazz HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
The KC High LineA3Studio,1BA$799
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Grand Boulevard LoftsOne Bedroom I One Bathroom1BR,1BA$852
Pickwick PlazaFlatStudio,1BA$875
KC Loft CentralNew Yorker StudioStudio,1BA$900
Flashcube ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$907
Arte KC0x1 - 521sqft - S3 - ArtistStudio,1BA$908
Walnut Tower ApartmentsCottonwoodStudio,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, MO

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bedroom TH*** Model at Villa del Sol Apartments in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts starting at $1,558 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Quality Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa del Sol Apartments3 Bedroom TH***3BR,2BA$1.12
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.27
West Side Lofts2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Cold Storage Lofts3x23BR,2BA$1.45
Delaware Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.26
Artisan KCEmery Lofts - Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.36
Argyle on 12thUnit Style 012BR,2BA$1.44
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.10
Quality Hill Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Business District, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #28

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Kansas City, Missouri. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Business District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Business District is at Quality Hill Towers listed at $656.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment is $825 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Business District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $930 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the most affordable Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa del Sol Apartments and starts from $1,385.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.