
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (17 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Downtown East area of Kansas City with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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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 |
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Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,414 | $695 | $3,362 |
Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $673 | $6,139 |
Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $779 | $8,078 |
Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $949 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown East, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #45
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown East, Kansas City, MO
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Downtown East, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
This section of town has established a name for itself as one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, proximity to great shopping areas, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Getting Around the Downtown East Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown East
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown East?
There are currently 66 Studio Apartments in Downtown East with rent ranges from $695 to $3,362 with an average price of $1,414.
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 $673 to $6,139 with an average monthly rent of $1,876.
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 $779 to $8,078. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,362.
How expensive are Downtown East Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $949 to $13,561 - averaging $2,726 for the location.
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