
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (256 Rentals)


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Downtown East, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,462 | $695 | $2,333 |
Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $750 | $5,272 |
| Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,767 | $950 | $8,078 |
| Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 256 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Largest Available Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown East area of Kansas City, MO is found at Unity Lofts and is listed at 1,270 square feet priced from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Lofts | Old Townley - 1 Bedroom | 1,270 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| Reverb Alton Collection | B6 | 1,256 Sq Ft | $2,434 |
| Gallerie Apartments | Accent - B5 | 1,202 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| Union Berkley | C9 - One Bedroom + Den | 1,119 Sq Ft | $1,759 |
| The Dial | A8 | 1,083 Sq Ft | $1,692 |
| Professional Building Lofts | C7 | 1,073 Sq Ft | $1,380 |
| Two Light Luxury Apartments | One Bedroom Den Penthouse | 1,020 Sq Ft | $3,820 |
| The Grand | A10 | 1,015 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Vine Street Lofts | One Bedroom | 816 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Emery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 780 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Cheapest Available Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown East of Kansas City, MO is the 1 bedroom, 1 bath Model starting from $745 at Charlotte Square | Courtyard & Open Breezeways. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown East is currently $1,951. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Square | Courtyard & Open Breezeways | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | $745 |
| Smart Lofts on Gladstone | 1 Bedroom Top | $795 |
| 535-537 Gladstone Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $825 |
| Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $825 |
| Mark One Plaza | 1x1 | $825 |
| 531-533 Gladstone Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $875 |
| Harrison Village | Harrison Village - The Campbell | $899 |
| Grand Boulevard Lofts | One Bedroom I One Bathroom | $900 |
| Pendleton Heights Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | $925 |
| CHARLOTTE MANOR | 1B 1B 3F | $950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown East with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown East is at Charlotte Square | Courtyard & Open Breezeways listed at $745.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East is $1,951.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 1,270 square feet unit starting from $1,425 at Unity Lofts.
What is the average size for Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown East is currently 600 sq ft.
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