
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Bottoms Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Bottoms area of Kansas City.


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The Backyard at One North

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East Bottoms, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Bottoms?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Bottoms Studio Apartments | $1,971 | $1,247 | $3,030 |
| East Bottoms 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $750 | $4,258 |
| East Bottoms 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,295 | $5,613 |
| East Bottoms 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,307 | $2,219 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Bottoms Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available East Bottoms Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Bottoms area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments priced from $569. Mark One Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable East Bottoms apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $569 |
| Mark One Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Ora | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Bottoms, MO
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Bottoms area is the $1.85 price per square foot Vibrance Model at The Backyard at One North in the in the Columbus Park neighborhood starting from $1,481. The second greatest value East Bottoms apartment is the 1x1 Model at Mark One Plaza starting at $825 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the 18th and Vine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Bottoms apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Backyard at One North | Vibrance | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Mark One Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Ora | S1.1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.48 |
| White Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Bottoms Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Bottoms Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Bottoms Apartment is $825 at Mark One Plaza.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Bottoms Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Bottoms is starting from $925 at Mark One Plaza.
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