
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (228 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crestwood area of Kansas City.


Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments

The Lillian

The Citadel

Plaza Hill Manor Apartments

Brush Creek Crossing

Plaza Apartment Center

The Edgemere

Plaza House

3734-3736 Warwick Blvd
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The Netherland and Monarch Apartments

3723 Wyoming St

Katy and Delilah Plaza Living

Roanoke Apartments

The Majestic

3640 SW Trafficway, Unit 203

4513 Virginia Ave

4006-4008 Oak St

Casa Loma

Plaza Point Apartments
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1132 W 41ST TERRACE

1117 W 41st Terrace

Roanoke Court Apartments

Westport Manor Apartments

3606 Bales Ave

3820 Walnut St, Unit 101

BLVD 64

5816-5818 Bellefontaine Ave

Broadway 46 Apartments

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Alton Heights
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The Drake

5446 Harrison St

5033 Walnut Street, Unit 5033 Walnut Basement

Soho Apartments

2421 E 67th Terrace

5424-5426 Harrison St

3315 E 52nd St

4216 Cleveland Ave.

6014 Virginia Ave

2510 E 59th St
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3618 Pennsylvania Ave

Brick House

5409-5411 Harrison St

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3734 Locust St, Unit 30

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4515 Jefferson St

The Stones

51 Main

5013 S Benton Ave

4328 Roanoke Pkwy
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Crestwood, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crestwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $895 | $2,111 |
| Crestwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $825 | $3,643 |
| Crestwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $915 | $5,800 |
| Crestwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,275 | $5,636 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 228 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crestwood Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Crestwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crestwood area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at 3721 Broadway priced from $750. JARBOE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Crestwood apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3721 Broadway | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| JARBOE | S2 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments | 1-Bedroom (Apartment) | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 3933 CHARLOTTE | 1B 1B 1F RENOV | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Lillian | 3706 Unit #09 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Plaza Hill Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| The Edgemere | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Plaza Apartment Center | Mark Twain 02 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Netherland and Monarch Apartments | N-0B | Studio,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood, MO
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at The Belmar | Charming Details in the in the Westport neighborhood starting from $1,132. The second greatest value Crestwood apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1107 W 40th St starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crestwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Belmar | Charming Details | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1107 W 40th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Brick House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Brush Creek | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| SUNNY SLOPE | 2B 1B 1F | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 219 W 37th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Clark Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 4244 TERRACE | 1B 1B 1F W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrestwood, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #38
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crestwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crestwood is at 3721 Broadway listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment is $775 at JARBOE.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crestwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crestwood is starting from $915 at Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments.
What is the most affordable Crestwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Crestwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments and starts from $1,275.
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