Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (24 Rentals)

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Eighty Eighth & Oak
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eighty Eighth & Oak

8752 N Oak TrfyKansas City, MO 64155
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The Bluffs
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bluffs

6904-7071 N Bales AveGladstone, MO 64119
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Royal Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Park

10 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
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Stoneside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneside Apartments

107 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
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Essex, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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 $725. Randall Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Essex apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland StudiosRenovatedStudio,1BA$725
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$830
The Bluffs1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom FP1BR,1BA$859
Crown Heights ApartmentsThe Ashland1BR,1BA$875
Tanglewood Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO

As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.14 price per square foot Classic Model at Broadway Ridge Apartments in the in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Randall Court Apartments starting at $830 with a $0.83 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broadway Ridge ApartmentsClassic2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.83
North Oak Crossing ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.31
The Woods at Windrose CreekAFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVENI...2BR,2BA$1.29
720 NE 68th St, Unit 724720 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.07
730 NE 68th St, Unit 722730 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.10
Stoneside Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Tanglewood Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.18
Crown Heights ApartmentsThe Ashland1BR,1BA$1.23
The BluffsStudio with FireplaceStudio ,1BA$1.26

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Essex, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #78

Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $859 at The Bluffs.

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 $830 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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