Apartments for rent in the Downtown East area of Kansas City that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,343 | $695 | $2,661 |
| Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $720 | $5,646 |
| Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $800 | $8,078 |
| Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $1,047 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 158 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
See all Apartments in Kansas CityThe apartment community in the Downtown East area of Kansas City, MO that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Luxe at Union Hill with prices starting from $1,232 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. One Light Luxury Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,695. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown East apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxe at Union Hill | 3.8/4 | Union Hill | $1,232 |
| One Light Luxury Apartments | 3.8/4 | Power Light District | $1,695 |
| Pickwick Plaza | 3.6/4 | Financial District | $875 |
| 531 Grand | 3.6/4 | River Market | $1,299 |
| Arte KC | 3.6/4 | Hospital Hill | $984 |
| Argyle on 12th | 3.4/4 | Financial District | $1,160 |
| Flashcube Apartments | 3.4/4 | Financial District | $1,120 |
| Century Towers Apartments | 3.2/4 | Parkview | $849 |
| Atlas | 3.2/4 | Crossroads | $1,045 |
| CORE | 3.2/4 | Columbus Park | $1,359 |
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown East of Downtown East is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Courthouse Lofts, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $828. The second cheapest Downtown East Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at Pickwick Plaza starting at $924. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown East apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $828 |
| Pickwick Plaza | 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| Arte KC | 0x1 - 410sqft -Micro M1 - Edie | $984 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | $1,045 |
| Flashcube Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $1,120 |
| Luxe at Union Hill | Modern Studio + Cocktail Balcony, Spa Tub | $1,232 |
| Argyle on 12th | 507 | $1,240 |
| CORE | S1 | $1,359 |
| 531 Grand | A2 ADA 321 N | $1,699 |
| One Light Luxury Apartments | One Bedroom - Den | $2,075 |
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Do you have a family with children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Kansas City, this residential neighborhood has now become known as one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and great education.
For some, access to parks and outdoor amenities is very important. This area is a highly-rated section of town for its parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Have dogs and cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East is at Nowlin Hall listed at $25.
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East is $2,018.
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 2,302 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Three Light Luxury Apartments.
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown East is currently at 579 sq ft.
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