
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Kansas City KS Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $1,195 (2 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Kansas City KS?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Kansas City KS 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Downtown Kansas City KS 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,245 | $1,195 | $1,295 |
| Downtown Kansas City KS 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Kansas City KS Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kansas City KS, MO
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kansas City KS area is the $1.01 price per square foot Redwood Model at Redwood Courts Townhomes in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Downtown Kansas City KS apartment is the 2x1 Model at City Hall Place starting at $1,279 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Kensington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kansas City KS apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Courts Townhomes | Redwood | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| City Hall Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| spacious 1 bedroom | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Summit On Quality Hill | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Apex on Quality Hill | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| City View at Splitlog | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Bethany Park Plaza | 2x1 Apt | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Quality Hill Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Quality Hill Towers | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Kansas City KS?
There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kansas City KS, MO with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,741. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Kansas City KS ranging from $1,195 to $1,550.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Kansas City KS?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Kansas City KS ranges from $1,195 to $1,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,347.
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