Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown East Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $700 (39 Rentals)

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Downtown East, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown East area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments priced from $569. Harrison Village and Harrison Haus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $638. Here are the most affordable Downtown East apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$569
Harrison Village and Harrison HausHarrison Haus - The 3035Studio,1BA$638
Smart Lofts on GladstoneStudio TopStudio,1BA$695
Charlotte Square - 3330-3368 CharlotteCS_Small1BR,1BA$745
Jazz HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
2600-2614 Amie Ct1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Grand Boulevard LoftsOne Bedroom I One Bathroom1BR,1BA$852
MANORSOUTH0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$865
Pickwick PlazaFlatStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown East, MO

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown East area is the $0.88 price per square foot Brooklyn Model at Western in the in the 18th and Vine neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown East apartment is the 3 bd w/o basement Model at Green Village Townhomes starting at $1,020 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the Blue Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WesternBrooklyn2BR,1BA$0.88
Green Village Townhomes3 bd w/o basement3BR,1.5BA$0.69
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.27
Vine Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
3158 Oak St, Unit 31583158 Oak St2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.10
3022 McGee1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Lakeview II ApartmentsCozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$1.38
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Smart Lofts on Gladstone1 Bedroom Top1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown East, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #37

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown East

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown East?

There are currently 530 Apartments for Rent in Downtown East, MO with pricing that ranges from $638 to $13,561. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown East ranging from $750 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown East ranges from $750 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,824.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.