
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Swope Highlands Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Swope Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Swope Highlands Studio Apartments | $760 | $700 | $835 |
| East Swope Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $740 | $2,339 |
| East Swope Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $830 | $3,617 |
| East Swope Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $1,350 | $4,455 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Swope Highlands Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available East Swope Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Swope Highlands area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastwood Crossings priced from $740. Hillcrest Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable East Swope Highlands apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Crossings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Hillcrest Estates | Amber | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Teal River Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Clove Manor Apartments | 9815-D | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Life at Highland Village | 1b/1b standard | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Swope Highlands, MO
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Swope Highlands area is the $0.96 price per square foot 2B Model at Emerald Hills Apartments in the in the Loma Vista neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value East Swope Highlands apartment is the B1 Model at Clear View starting at $980 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Loma Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Swope Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Hills Apartments | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Clear View | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Urbane | Axis | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Eastwood Crossings | A2.R | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Flats at Wildwood | 1x1 A Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Clove Manor Apartments | 9815-D | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Teal River Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Melrose Place Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Life at Highland Village | 1b/1b deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Hillcrest Estates | Amber | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Swope Highlands Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Swope Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in East Swope Highlands is Eastwood Crossings which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in East Swope Highlands costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Swope Highlands?
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 2 regular apartments in East Swope Highlands 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 East Swope Highlands?
Cheap apartments in East Swope Highlands have an average cost of $208 which is $1,292 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Swope Highlands.
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