
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Kansas City, MO (102 Rentals)


West Side Lofts

Unity Lofts

MAA The Station

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Pickwick Plaza

910 Penn

Library Lofts

The Wade

The Dial
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Reverb Alton Collection

1989 Main

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Arte KC

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CORE

Cold Storage Lofts

The KC High Line

Westside Flats

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Arterra KC Alton Collection

The Mark
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Two Light Luxury Apartments

One Light Luxury Apartments

Jazz Hill

700 Broadway Blvd

706 W Pennway St, Unit A

700 Broadway Blvd

202 W 5th St

600 E 8th St

308 W 8th St

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Opera House - Unity Lofts

Unity Lofts

521-551 W 11th St

The View

1819 LOFTS

Unity Lofts

Columbia Lofts

Pickwick Building

Barton Brothers Shoe Company Building

Art Space Lofts
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Central Business District, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,316 | $642 | $2,852 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $717 | $6,434 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $918 | $8,078 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,566 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 102 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Largest Available Central Business District Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central Business District area of Kansas City, MO is found at Unity Lofts and is listed at 950 square feet priced from $1,378. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Lofts | Richards and Conover - Studio | 950 Sq Ft | $1,378 |
| The Dial | S4 | 732 Sq Ft | $1,436 |
| The Grand | E02 | 725 Sq Ft | $1,349 |
| Unity Lofts | West Seventh - Studio | 709 Sq Ft | $1,260 |
| 1989 Main | V2d | 645 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Library Lofts | Studio | 610 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
| Pickwick Plaza | Flat | 602 Sq Ft | $849 |
| One Light Luxury Apartments | Studio | 593 Sq Ft | $1,585 |
| Second and Delaware Apartments | Z-Studio | 589 Sq Ft | $1,619 |
| CORE | S2 | 544 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Central Business District Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central Business District of Kansas City, MO is the Flat Model starting from $849 at Pickwick Plaza. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Business District is currently $1,316. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pickwick Plaza | Flat | $849 |
| Flashcube Apartments | Studio | $891 |
| West Side Lofts | Studio | $995 |
| 910 Penn | A1 (Studio A) | $1,000 |
| KC Loft Central | Board of Trade Studio | $1,050 |
| Arterra KC Alton Collection | S1 | $1,060 |
| Jazz Hill | Studio | $1,126 |
| 1989 Main | N | $1,130 |
| Commerce Tower | S3 | $1,145 |
| Arte KC | 0x1 - 410sqft -Micro M1 - Edie | $1,150 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Business District Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Business District with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central Business District is at Pickwick Plaza listed at $849.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Business District Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central Business District is $1,316.
What is the largest available Studio Central Business District Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Business District is a 950 square feet unit starting from $1,378 at Unity Lofts.
What is the average size for Central Business District Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Central Business District is currently 746 sq ft.
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