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The Rochester
3939 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr BlvdKansas City, MO 64130
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunbar Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (16 Rentals)
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Green Village Townhomes
5852 E 20th StKansas City, MO 64126
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Stadium View Apartments
4609 WallaceKansas City, MO 64129
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Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!
3243 Denver DrKansas City, MO 64128
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Park Ave Apartments
2717-2719 Park AveKansas City, MO 64109
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Lindale
3000 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64128
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3319 E 30th St
3319 E 30th StKansas City, MO 64128
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2912 E Linwood Blvd
2912 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64128
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2713-2715 Benton Blvd
2713-2715 Benton BlvdKansas City, MO 64128
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Nowlin Hall
1905 Hardesty AveKansas City, MO 64127
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Pemberton Park (For Grand Families Only)
5010 Cleveland AveKansas City, MO 64130
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Swope Parkway Estates for Adults 55+
5120 Cleveland AveKansas City, MO 64130
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Deerbrook Apartments
3509-3525 E 51st StKansas City, MO 64130
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Swope Plaza Apartments
3000 E 49th StKansas City, MO 64130
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Kreutz Apartments
4521 E Linwood BlvdKansas City, MO 64128
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Justin Place
2607 E 29th StKansas City, MO 64128
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Dunbar, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunbar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $882 | $850 | $950 |
| Dunbar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $826 | $2,660 |
| Dunbar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $1,075 | $1,410 |
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Cheapest Available Dunbar Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunbar area of Kansas City, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Stadium View Apartments priced from $750. Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $826. Here are the most affordable Dunbar apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stadium View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts! | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $826 |
| Plaza Hill Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| 2305 E 37th | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Green Village Townhomes | 3 bd w/o basement | 3BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunbar, MO
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunbar area is the $0.73 price per square foot 3 bd w/o basement Model at Green Village Townhomes in the in the Blue Valley neighborhood starting from $1,075. The second greatest value Dunbar apartment is the Penthouse Model at The Rochester starting at $1,744 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Blue Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunbar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Green Village Townhomes | 3 bd w/o basement | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.73 |
| The Rochester | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Stadium View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 2305 E 37th | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts! | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 2610 E 23rd St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Plaza Hill Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunbar Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dunbar?
The cheapest apartment in Dunbar is Plaza Hill Manor Apartments which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Dunbar costs $1,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dunbar?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Dunbar that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dunbar?
Cheap apartments in Dunbar have an average cost of $271 which is $879 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dunbar.
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