
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (27 Rentals)


Robin Hill Apartments

Steeplechase Apartments

Eighty Eighth & Oak

The Landing at Savannah West

Connect55+ Kansas City Active Community 55+

The Haven at Shoal Creek

Cordillera Ranch Apartments

Brighton Creek

Barrewoods Apartments

Brighton Crossing Apartments

Crown Heights Apartments

Gladstone Studios

The Township

Woodstone at Metro North Crossing

5741 NE 80th Terrace

Parkside Apartments

Heights At Linden Square
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 | $947 | $675 | $1,185 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $750 | $2,236 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $865 | $2,267 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $1,450 | $5,864 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,600 | $3,059 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Largest Available Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Essex area of Kansas City, MO is found at 97 @ North Oak and is listed at 966 square feet priced from $1,554. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 @ North Oak | 1 Bed Loft + $125 Attached Garage (fireplace op... | 966 Sq Ft | $1,554 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath + Den | 926 sq ft | 914 Sq Ft | $970 |
| The Township | Washburn | 909 Sq Ft | $1,065 |
| Brighton Creek | Chariton | 882 Sq Ft | $1,266 |
| Crown Heights Apartments | The Alder | 870 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Woodstone at Metro North Crossing | Kirkwood | 841 Sq Ft | $1,340 |
| Barrewoods Apartments | Visio "D" | 840 Sq Ft | $1,260 |
| Parkside Apartments | Denali - Accessible | 840 Sq Ft | $1,185 |
| The Haven at Shoal Creek | A4 (Hearten) | 825 Sq Ft | $1,269 |
| Connect55+ Kansas City Active Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | 625 Sq Ft | $1,155 |
Cheapest Available Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Essex of Kansas City, MO is the The Ayers Model starting from $840 at Crown Heights Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,265. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Crown Heights Apartments | The Ayers | $840 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | $915 |
| The Woods at Windrose Creek | AFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVEN... | $959 |
| The Township | Sterling Den | $990 |
| Robin Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,025 |
| Cordillera Ranch Apartments | A1 (Amarillo) | $1,100 |
| Brighton Crossing Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,109 |
| Eighty Eighth & Oak | 1x1 | $1,145 |
| Connect55+ Kansas City Active Community 55+ | 1 BR 1 BA | $1,155 |
| Barrewoods Apartments | Java "A" | $1,160 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Essex is at Crown Heights Apartments listed at $840.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,265.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 966 square feet unit starting from $1,554 at 97 @ North Oak.
What is the average size for Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 731 sq ft.
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