Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $638 (44 Rentals)

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Flashcube Apartments
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$968 - $1,558
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$937 - $3,099
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$31

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$968 - $3,130
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Flashcube Apartments

720 Main StKansas City, MO 64105
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Arte KC
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$980 - $1,879
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$834 - $3,581
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$146

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$980 - $3,727
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Arte KC

1918 Locust StKansas City, MO 64108
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1989 Main
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$1,050 - $1,440
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$1,045 - $3,770
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$5

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$1,050 - $3,775
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1989 Main

1989 Main StKansas City, MO 64108
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Reverb Alton Collection
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$1,168 - $3,927
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$1,142 - $5,442
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$26

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$1,168 - $5,468
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Reverb Alton Collection

1800 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64108
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Union Berkley
Rent Specials
$1,199
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$1,149 - $3,047
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$50

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$1,199 - $3,097
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Union Berkley

E River Front RdKansas City, MO 64120
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The Wade
$1,393 - $1,824
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$1,293 - $6,354
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$100

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$1,393 - $6,454
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The Wade

201 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Nowlin Hall
Studio Apartments

Nowlin Hall

1905 Hardesty AveKansas City, MO 64127
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Pendleton Arts Block
Studio Apartments

Pendleton Arts Block

2300 Independence AveKansas City, MO 64124
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Emerson Manor
Studio Apartments

Emerson Manor

2015-2017 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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Alhaven
Studio Apartments

Alhaven

3112 Harrison StKansas City, MO 64109
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Lindale
Studio Apartments

Lindale

3000 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64128
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White Apartments
Studio Apartments

White Apartments

110 N White StKansas City, MO 64123
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Columbus Park Plaza
Studio Apartments

Columbus Park Plaza

801 Pacific StKansas City, MO 64106
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Lincrest
Studio Apartments

Lincrest

1614-1620 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64109
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Maple Flats
Studio Apartments

Maple Flats

511 Maple BlvdKansas City, MO 64124
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Gillham House
Studio Apartments

Gillham House

3411 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64111
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Midland Lofts
Studio Apartments

Midland Lofts

1221 Baltimore AveKansas City, MO 64105
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2501 Beacon Hill
Studio Apartments

2501 Beacon Hill

2501 Beacon HillKansas City, MO 64108
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The Grand
Studio Apartments

The Grand

1125 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Downtown East, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Kansas City, MO | Find Kansas City Off-Campus Student Housing

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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 $569 at White Apartments.

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 $569 at White 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 White Apartments and starts from $569.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

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A KC Experts Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.