Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kansas City MO Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (161 Rentals)

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Courthouse Lofts
$828 - $1,192
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$771 - $1,135
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$57
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$828 - $1,192
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Courthouse Lofts

811 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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West Bottoms Flats
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$934 - $3,031
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$934 - $3,031
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$934 - $3,031
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West Bottoms Flats

1515 W 9th StKansas City, MO 64101
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Arte KC
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$983 - $4,147
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$837 - $4,001
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Arte KC

1918 Locust StKansas City, MO 64108
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915 Broadway Apartments
$1,000 - $1,535
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$944 - $1,479
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$56
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$1,000 - $1,535
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915 Broadway Apartments

915 Broadway BlvdKansas City, MO 64105
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Union Berkley
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$1,034 - $3,320
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$984 - $3,270
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$50
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$1,034 - $3,320
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Union Berkley

E River Front RdKansas City, MO 64120
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1989 Main
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$1,050 - $3,890
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$1,015 - $3,855
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$35
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$1,050 - $3,890
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1989 Main

1989 Main StKansas City, MO 64108
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Flashcube Apartments
$1,120 - $4,549
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$1,083 - $4,512
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$37
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$1,120 - $4,549
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Flashcube Apartments

720 Main StKansas City, MO 64105
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Harvey Dutton Lofts
$1,131 - $1,708
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$1,056 - $1,633
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$75
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$1,131 - $1,708
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Harvey Dutton Lofts

800 Broadway BlvdKansas City, MO 64105
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Arterra KC Alton Collection
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$1,151 - $9,708
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$1,057 - $9,614
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Arterra KC Alton Collection

2100 Wyandotte StKansas City, MO 64108
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The Wade
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$1,217 - $6,894
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$1,102 - $6,779
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The Wade

201 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Downtown Kansas City MO, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Kansas City MO Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kansas City MO area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Old Town Lofts priced from $725. Quality Hill Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $743. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kansas City MO apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$725
Quality Hill TowersA81BR,1BA$743
KC Loft CentralNew YorkerStudio,1BA$780
Mark One Plaza1x11BR,1BA$825
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$828
2600-2614 Amie Ct1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
MarcatoVibratoStudio,1BA$850
The KC High LineA1Studio,1BA$877
Walnut Tower ApartmentsDogwoodStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kansas City MO, MO

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kansas City MO 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 Kansas City MO apartment is the 2x2 Model at Old Town Lofts starting at $1,200 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Crown Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kansas City MO apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WesternBrooklyn2BR,1BA$0.88
Old Town Lofts2x22BR,2BA$0.94
Pickwick Plaza2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.26
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
West Side Lofts1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
901 E 28th Street1B 1B 1F W/D1BR,1BA$1.14
Harrison Village and Harrison HausHarrison Village - The Forest2BR,1BA$1.29
GRAND TOWERS2B 1B 3F2BR,1BA$1.24
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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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

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Downtown Kansas City Mo, Kansas City, MO

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Kansas City MO, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kansas City MO Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Kansas City MO?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Kansas City MO is at KC Loft Central listed at $780.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kansas City MO Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kansas City MO Apartment is $725 at Old Town Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Kansas City MO Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Kansas City MO is starting from $930 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Kansas City MO Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Kansas City MO Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 26th Street Station and starts from $1,267.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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A KC Experts Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

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

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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