Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Business District Kansas City, MO from $1,100 (24 Rentals)

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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

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?

There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, MO with pricing that ranges from $656 to $13,561. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,100 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,100 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,608.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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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.