
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Kansas City MO Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (108 Rentals)
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Paseo Garden

532 Gladstone Blvd

Smart Lofts on Gladstone

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Stadium View Apartments

5217 Brookwood Ave

Eastwood Crossings

University Meadows

3600 St John Ave

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4838 The Paseo

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5423-5425 E 27th St, Unit 5425

2600-2614 Amie Ct

301-307-307 N Gladstone Blvd

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4818 The Paseo

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Stonegate Meadows Apartments

3336 Cypress Ave

Lexington Crossing

Palisades Apartments

4513 Virginia Ave

5820 E 15th Terrace

Nowlin Hall

Pendleton Arts Block

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Walnut Grove
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Pendleton Flats

Budd Park Place Apartments

500-506 Gladstone Blvd

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Linwood Apartments

Lindale

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Swope Parkway Estates for Adults 55+

White Apartments

Gabriel Tower
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Benton Apartments

3015 Montgall Ave

Woodland Apartments

Stonewall Court

Ivanhoe Gardens Apartments

Lincrest

Maple Flats
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East Side Kansas City MO, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side Kansas City MO?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Kansas City MO Studio Apartments | $835 | $525 | $1,851 |
| East Side Kansas City MO 1 Bedroom Apartments | $874 | $685 | $1,380 |
| East Side Kansas City MO 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $785 | $1,861 |
| East Side Kansas City MO 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $1,075 | $1,645 |
| East Side Kansas City MO 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $1,505 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 108 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Kansas City MO Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available East Side Kansas City MO Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Kansas City MO area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments priced from $569. Paseo Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable East Side Kansas City MO apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $569 |
| Paseo Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Cimarron Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Smart Lofts on Gladstone | Studio Top | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Pleasant Grove Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| University Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Eastwood Crossings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Kansas City MO, MO
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side 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 East Side Kansas City MO apartment is the 504 Bellefontaine Ave Model at 504 Bellefontaine Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Scarritt Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Kansas City MO apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western | Brooklyn | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 504 Bellefontaine Ave, Unit 2 | 504 Bellefontaine Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Green Village Townhomes | 3 bd w/o basement | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.73 |
| 521 Benton Blvd, Unit Benton #2 | 521 Benton Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Maple Manor Apartments | MM 3 Bedroom 1000 | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2305 E 37th | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| Eastwood Crossings | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Section 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Kansas City MO Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side Kansas City MO?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side Kansas City MO is at White Apartments listed at $569.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Kansas City MO Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Kansas City MO Apartment is $695 at Brookside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Kansas City MO Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side Kansas City MO is starting from $725 at Oxford Commons.
What is the most affordable East Side Kansas City MO Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Side Kansas City MO Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Green Village Townhomes and starts from $1,075.
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