Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Kansas City MO Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $700 (16 Rentals)

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property at 600 E 8th St

600 E 8th St

Kansas CityMO64106

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Kansas CityMO64108

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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 Studio unit found at Harrison Village and Harrison Haus priced from $638. Quality Hill Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kansas City MO apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harrison Village and Harrison HausHarrison Haus - The 3035Studio,1BA$638
Quality Hill TowersA3Studio,1BA$665
910 PennA31BR,1BA$725
Jazz HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825

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

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kansas City MO area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2BR / 2BT Model at Windows Lofts (Residential) in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,369. The second greatest value Downtown Kansas City MO apartment is the 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts starting at $1,558 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Quality Hill 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.
Windows Lofts (Residential)2BR / 2BT2BR,2BA$0.91
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.27
Professional Building2x22BR,2BA$1.25
Vine Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$0.85
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
Villa del Sol Apartments2 Bedroom TH***2BR,1.5BA$0.89
West Paseo, LLC2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.29
3022 McGee1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Kansas City Mo, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Kansas City MO

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Kansas City MO?

There are currently 427 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kansas City MO, MO with pricing that ranges from $638 to $13,561. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Kansas City MO ranging from $700 to $7,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Kansas City MO?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Kansas City MO ranges from $700 to $7,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,269.

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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