Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (539 Rentals)

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Flashcube Apartments
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$968 - $3,130
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$937 - $3,099
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$968 - $3,130
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Flashcube Apartments

720 Main StKansas City, MO 64105
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The Wade
$1,393 - $6,454
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$1,293 - $6,354
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$100
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$1,393 - $6,454
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 20

The Wade

201 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Reverb Alton Collection
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$1,168 - $5,468
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$1,142 - $5,442
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$26
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$1,168 - $5,468
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Reverb Alton Collection

1800 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64108
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1989 Main
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$1,050 - $3,775
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$1,045 - $3,770
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$5
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$1,050 - $3,775
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

1989 Main

1989 Main StKansas City, MO 64108
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Kansas City BBQ & Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC

Explore KC like a native! Your local guide shares the best Kansas City BBQ (from Gates to Joe's), hidden art districts, sports culture, and must-see fountains.

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Argyle on 12th
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$1,010 - $1,800
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$965 - $1,755
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$45
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$1,010 - $1,800
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Argyle on 12th

300-306 E 12th StKansas City, MO 64106
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Century Towers Apartments
$849
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$744
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$849
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Century Towers Apartments

612 Garfield AveKansas City, MO 64124
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Arte KC
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$980 - $3,719
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$834 - $3,573
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$146
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$980 - $3,719
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Arte KC

1918 Locust StKansas City, MO 64108
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Union Berkley
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$1,199 - $3,097
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$1,149 - $3,047
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$1,199 - $3,097
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Union Berkley

E River Front RdKansas City, MO 64120
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909 Walnut
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$1,142 - $2,731
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$1,020 - $2,609
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$122
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$1,142 - $2,731
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909 Walnut

909 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64106
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Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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Courthouse Lofts
$828 - $1,192
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$771 - $1,135
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$828 - $1,192
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Courthouse Lofts

811 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Kansas City's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Kansas City and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Amber Kanuckel

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Downtown East, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Kansas City, MO | Find Kansas City Off-Campus Student Housing

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown East, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Kansas City, Downtown East has now become known as one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated education opportunities for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the great outdoors is something they look for when they rent. This residential area has risen to be providing first-class access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is known as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, proximity to great shopping areas, views, access to parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area of town has come to be one of the A-list submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown East

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown East?

There are currently 250 Studio Apartments in Downtown East with rent ranges from $638 to $2,467 with an average price of $1,348.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown East Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown East ranges from $695 to $5,882 with an average monthly rent of $2,029.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown East range from $800 to $8,078. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,893.

How expensive are Downtown East Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,020 to $13,561 - averaging $3,251 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

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A KC Experts Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hey, there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Kansas City, and I’m back with my recommendations for top employers in the area.

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Kansas City BBQ and Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hey there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local guide for Kansas City, and I’m back to show you how to have a great time in this town.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.