
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (213 Rentals)
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5217 Brookwood Ave

3636 SW Trafficway, Unit 101

Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments

Brush Creek Crossing

1123-1125 W 40th St

The Citadel

Plaza Hill Manor Apartments

Plaza Apartment Center
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3723 Wyoming St

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The Edgemere

5816-5818 Bellefontaine Ave

3604 E 58th St

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Roanoke Apartments

3640 SW Trafficway, Unit 203

The Majestic

3606 Bales Ave
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1132 W 41ST TERRACE

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4732 Belleview Ave

4518 Chestnut Ave

1117 W 41st Terrace

6014 Virginia Ave

Westport Manor Apartments

Roanoke Court Apartments

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4204 Monroe Ave

Broadway 46 Apartments

4410 Virginia Ave

5014 Bellefontaine Ave

3017 E 51st St

The Drake

5446 Harrison St

3315 E 52nd St

5424-5426 Harrison St

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4328 Roanoke Pkwy

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235 Ward Pkwy

5401 Highland Ave

4420 Troost Ave

3710 Wyandotte St

4216 Cleveland Ave.

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4515 Jefferson St
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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 | $1,331 | $845 | $2,104 |
| Crestwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $800 | $3,955 |
| Crestwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $915 | $5,700 |
| Crestwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,200 | $6,120 |
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There are currently 213 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. Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. 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 |
| Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments | 1-Bedroom (Apartment) | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Lillian | 3702 Unit #202 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 4035-4039 CHARLOTTE | 1B 1B 3F | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| 1605-1607 W 37th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Plaza Hill Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Plaza Apartment Center | Lowell Basement B1 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 3830 Warwick Boulevard | 3830 Warwick Boulevard - 2B - 2B | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Netherland and Monarch Apartments | N-0B | Studio,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood, MO
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood area is the $1.19 price per square foot The Main Model at Soho Apartments in the in the Westport neighborhood starting from $1,285. The second greatest value Crestwood apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at The Belmar | Charming Details starting at $1,132 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Westport 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soho Apartments | The Main | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Belmar | Charming Details | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1107 W 40th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 4011 Mcgee St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Brush Creek | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| VALENTINE | 2B 1B 2F | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 219 W 37th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 3830 Warwick Boulevard | 3830 Warwick Boulevard - 2B - 2B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crestwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crestwood is under $915.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crestwood?
The cheapest apartment in Crestwood is Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Crestwood costs $1,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crestwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 94 regular apartments in Crestwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Crestwood?
Cheap apartments in Crestwood have an average cost of $275 which is $1,320 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crestwood.
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