
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (187 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
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Cold Storage Lofts

306 E 12th St

Luxe at Union Hill

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Arte KC

2732 Forest Ave, Unit 106

319 Olive St, Unit 1N

5213 Wilburn Ct

3030 York St

Unity Lofts
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Union Berkley

531 Grand

Total Monthly Price
Reverb Alton Collection

2805 CHARLOTTE

517 Gillis St, Unit 203

CORE

Three Light Luxury Apartments

2924-2926 Holmes St

3008 Oak St, Unit 1st floor unit

Two Light Luxury Apartments
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2120 Linwood Blvd, Unit 2120 E. Linwood Blvd

2632 E 9th St

Pendleton Arts Block

Emerson Manor

Budd Park Place Apartments

Pendleton Flats

500-506 Gladstone Blvd

Kreutz Apartments

Alhaven

Linwood Apartments
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Lindale

White Apartments

Gabriel Tower

Columbus Park Plaza

3136 Grand Ave

2820 Harrison St

Benton Apartments

Woodland Apartments

Stonewall Court

Quinlan Row
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FENWICK

Lincrest

Charlotte Square | Courtyard & Open Breezeways

5701 Anderson Ave

The Chase Apartments

St. Regis Apartments

Harrison Village

East Village Apartments

716 Indiana Ave

Mark One Plaza
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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+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown East is at White Apartments listed at $569.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown East Apartment is $745 at Charlotte Square | Courtyard & Open Breezeways.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East is starting from $825 at Chestnut Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Green Village Townhomes and starts from $1,075.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Beyond the City Limits: Where to Find Your Perfect Apartment in the Kansas City Metro
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.