
Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (92 Rentals)


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The Landing at Savannah West

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5511 NE 80th Ter

5620 NE 80th Ter

9326 N Main St

7325 N Brooklyn Ave

8604 N Troost Ave

8720 N Cleveland Ave

3816 NE 86th Terrace

3807 NE 86th Terrace

219 NW 111th Terrace

3612 NE 81st Terrace
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9824 N Highland Terrace

909 NE 81st St

10439 N Cherry Dr

1409 NE 101st Terrace

1606 NE 112th Terr

1612 NE 112th Terr

11019 N Ditman Ave

118 NE 109th St

509 NE 98th Terrace

10423 N Cherry Dr
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9952 Charlotte N St

8840 N Main St

4448 NE 83rd Terrace

4336 NE 83rd St

4343 NE 83rd St

4311 NE 83rd St

4419 NE 83rd St

8042 N Elmwood Ave

4909 NE 78th St

8420 N Virginia Ave
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Essex, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $966 | $750 | $1,185 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $850 | $1,871 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $865 | $4,003 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,450 | $3,069 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $3,009 | $3,059 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEssex, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #73
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Kansas City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Kansas City, this area is one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great education resources.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is a must-have. Essex is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town has emerged as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Essex
How much are Studio apartments in Essex?
There are currently 12 Studio Apartments in Essex with rent ranges from $750 to $1,185 with an average price of $966.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Essex Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Essex ranges from $850 to $1,871 with an average monthly rent of $1,270.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Essex range from $865 to $4,003. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,512.
How expensive are Essex Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Essex on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $3,069 - averaging $1,868 for the location.
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