
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Davidson Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (39 Rentals)
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Knollwood Apartments

Cambridge Commons

Tanglewood Apartments

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Clayton Apartments

The View on Vivion

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The Hills

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Pinehurst

Province of Briarcliff

636 NE 45th Terrace

3207 NE Russell Rd.

Broadway Studios

Creeks of Gladstone
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Davidson, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Davidson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson Studio Apartments | $1,149 | $740 | $1,385 |
| Davidson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $750 | $1,864 |
| Davidson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $850 | $2,544 |
| Davidson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,275 | $2,705 |
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Cheapest Available Davidson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Davidson area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Knollwood Apartments priced from $825. Cambridge Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Davidson apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Creeks of Gladstone | Stone Creek 1 | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| The View on Vivion | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| NoRi | The Brook | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Davidson, MO
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Davidson area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments in the in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Davidson apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at HarborTown Villas starting at $1,449 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Fairfax neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Davidson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Apartments | 3 Bed-1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| HarborTown Villas | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The View on Vivion | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Cambridge Commons | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Latitude 72 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Wren | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Davidson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Davidson?
The cheapest apartment in Davidson is Knollwood Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Davidson costs $1,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Davidson?
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 5 regular apartments in Davidson 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 Davidson?
Cheap apartments in Davidson have an average cost of $167 which is $1,408 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Davidson.
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