8604 N Troost Ave
Kansas CityMO64155
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $300 (18 Rentals)
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Kansas CityMO64118
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Northland Studios
2400-2440 NE 68th StKansas City, MO 64118
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from $857Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brighton Crossing Apartments
5701 NE 80th TerKansas City, MO 64119
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Crown Heights Apartments
450-610 NE 68th StKansas City, MO 64118
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The Township
400 NE 103rd StKansas City, MO 64155
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Tanglewood Apartments
409 NW 66th TerKansas City, MO 64118
5620 NE 80th Terrace
Kansas CityMO64119
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Randall Court Apartments
6728 N Randall CtGladstone, MO 64119
7109 Orchard Ct
Pleasant ValleyMO64068
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Continental North
7670 N Euclid AveGladstone, MO 64118
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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 | $921 | $725 | $1,055 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $345 | $2,852 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $830 | $3,420 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,450 | $5,391 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $2,095 | $3,500 |
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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 $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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| Brighton Crossing Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $857 |
| The Bluffs | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom FP | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Royal Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Model at Staley Crossing in the in the Barry Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,350. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Staley Crossing | 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.24 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| North Oak Crossing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Woods at Windrose Creek | AFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVENI... | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 720 NE 68th St, Unit 724 | 720 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 730 NE 68th St, Unit 722 | 730 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Crown Heights Apartments | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Continental North | Two Bedroom Upper Fourplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Bluffs | Studio with Fireplace | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Essex?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Essex is under $929.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Essex?
The cheapest apartment in Essex is The Bluffs which is listed at $859, while the average apartment in Essex costs $3,009.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Essex?
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 1 regular apartments in Essex 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 Essex?
Cheap apartments in Essex have an average cost of $105 which is $2,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Essex.
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