
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (57 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Essex area of Kansas City that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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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 | $1,040 | $765 | $1,385 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $905 | $1,861 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $915 | $2,476 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,495 | $5,549 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,918 | $2,999 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Most Pet Friendly Essex Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Essex area of Kansas City, MO that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Woodstone at Metro North Crossing with prices starting from $1,434 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.4 of 4. The Haven at Shoal Creek scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,369. Here are the most Pet Friendly Essex apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstone at Metro North Crossing | 3.4/4 | Sherrydale | $1,434 |
| The Haven at Shoal Creek | 3.4/4 | Northland Clay County | $1,369 |
| Barrewoods Apartments | 3.2/4 | Gashland | $1,180 |
| Steeplechase Apartments | 3.2/4 | Meadowbrook Heights | $1,417 |
| The Township | 3.2/4 | New Mark | $945 |
| Brighton Creek | 3.2/4 | Northland Clay County | $1,334 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Essex
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Essex of Essex is the Classic Model at Northland Studios, which is a Studio unit starting from $765. The second cheapest Essex Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath 1 Bed unit at Robin Hill Apartments starting at $1,025. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Essex apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Northland Studios | Classic | $765 |
| Robin Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,025 |
| The Township | Washburn | $1,065 |
| The Haven at Shoal Creek | A4 (Hearten) | $1,373 |
| Barrewoods Apartments | Intuit "G" | $1,415 |
| Steeplechase Apartments | 1 Bed | $1,417 |
| Metro 1 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,428 |
| Woodstone at Metro North Crossing | Kirkwood *Accessible | $1,434 |
| Brighton Creek | Finley | $1,464 |
| Staley Crossing | 3BR · 2.5BA · 1-Car Garage | $1,937 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEssex, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #75
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Essex has now become known as a good submarket 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 having the finest education opportunities available.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to the outdoors is something that is important for them. This area of town is a highly-rated area for access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs and cats. This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Essex?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Essex is at Northland Studios listed at $765.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Essex is $1,668.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 2,341 square feet unit starting from $1,660 at Staley Crossing.
What is the average size for Essex Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Essex is currently at 755 sq ft.
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