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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (17 Rentals)
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$750 - $895Studio Apartments Available Now
Northland Studios
2400-2440 NE 68th StKansas City, MO 64118
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$8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1
Gladstone Studios
2300-2348 NE 70th StKansas City, MO 64118
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$857 - $1,379Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brighton Crossing Apartments
5701 NE 80th TerKansas City, MO 64119
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$870 - $1,170Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Tanglewood Apartments
409 NW 66th TerKansas City, MO 64118
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$890 - $1,175Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Crown Heights Apartments
450-610 NE 68th StKansas City, MO 64118
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$945 - $1,615Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Township
400 NE 103rd StKansas City, MO 64155
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$999 - $1,675Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Robin Hill Apartments
701-711 NE 85th TerKansas City, MO 64155
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$1,000 - $1,275Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Eighty Eighth & Oak
8752 N Oak TrfyKansas City, MO 64155
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The Woods at Windrose Creek
480 NE Windrose DrKansas City, MO 64155
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$8652 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Randall Court Apartments
6728 N Randall CtGladstone, MO 64119
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$920 - $1,4952 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Continental North
7670 N Euclid AveGladstone, MO 64118
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$945 - $1,2001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Welcome to The Bluffs – Comfort, Convenience & Value in the Heart of Gladstone
7005 N Bales AveGladstone, MO 64119
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$9892 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
726 NE 68th St, Unit 718
726 NE 68th StGladstone, MO 64118
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Stoneside Apartments
107 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
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Royal Park
10 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
2214 NE 77th St
GladstoneMO64118
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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 | $967 | $750 | $1,185 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $850 | $1,871 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $865 | $4,007 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,450 | $3,073 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $3,009 | $3,059 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Essex area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Northland Studios priced from $750. Stoneside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Essex apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Stoneside Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Brighton Crossing Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $857 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.22 price per square foot Durango Model at Serrano Townhomes in the in the Barry Harbor neighborhood starting from $1,640. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Randall Court Apartments starting at $865 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Kings Gate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serrano Townhomes | Durango | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| North Oak Crossing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Stoneside Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 726 NE 68th St, Unit 718 | 726 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Welcome to The Bluffs – Comfort, Convenience & Value in the Heart of Gladstone | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Crown Heights Apartments | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Woods at Windrose Creek | AFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVEN... | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Continental North | Two Bedroom Upper Fourplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at Northland Studios listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $775 at Stoneside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex is starting from $865 at Randall Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Oak Crossing Apartments and starts from $1,450.
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