
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (247 Rentals)


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CORE

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600 E 8th St
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The View

3136 Grand Ave

Lindale

Pickwick Building

225-227 E 31st Ter

5401 E 27th Ter

326 Bales Ave

3336 Gillham Rd
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703-709 E 30th St

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2535 Cherry St

Northview East

2110-2118 E 13th St
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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 247 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown East area of Kansas City, MO is found at Unity Lofts and is listed at 950 square feet priced from $1,378. 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 | Richards and Conover - Studio | 950 Sq Ft | $1,378 |
| Vine Street Lofts | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 788 Sq Ft | $978 |
| The Dial | S4 | 732 Sq Ft | $1,441 |
| The Grand | E02 | 725 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
| 1989 Main | V2d | 645 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| Second and Delaware Apartments | Z-Studio | 589 Sq Ft | $1,588 |
| The Wade | S2 | 565 Sq Ft | $1,712 |
| Commerce Tower | C1 | 561 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
| Union Berkley | A2 - Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $1,266 |
| Arte KC | 0x1 - 521sqft - S3 - Artist | 521 Sq Ft | $1,254 |
Cheapest Available Downtown East Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown East of Kansas City, MO is the Studio 1 Bathroom Model starting from $569 at White Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown East is currently $1,462. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| White Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | $569 |
| 3136 Grand Ave | 3136 Grand Ave - 16 | $650 |
| Smart Lofts on Gladstone | Studio Top | $695 |
| Vine Street Lofts | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | $978 |
| Pickwick Plaza | Flat | $999 |
| Flashcube Apartments | Studio | $1,024 |
| Jazz Hill | Studio | $1,126 |
| 1989 Main | N | $1,130 |
| Midland Lofts | The Broadway | $1,235 |
| Arte KC | 0x1 - 410sqft -Micro M1 - Edie | $1,249 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown East with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown East is at White Apartments listed at $569.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown East Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown East is $1,462.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 950 square feet unit starting from $1,378 at Unity Lofts.
What is the average size for Downtown East Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown East is currently 517 sq ft.
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