Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (8 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Essex area of Kansas City with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Metro 1 Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,428 - $2,088Special Offer
Specials Big savings. Brand-new luxury living. Sign a 13-month lease at Metro 1 Apartments and receive up to $2,000 off your new home! Limit
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Metro 1 Apartments

8550 N Main StKansas City, MO 64155
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Brighton Creek
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$1,313 - $2,073Special Offer
Discounts Move in by August 14th and receive $300 off move-in costs! Restrictions Apply.
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Brighton Creek

8111 N Denver AveKansas City, MO 64119
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The Township
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$945 - $1,525Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited-Time July Special! Tour today and apply within 24 hours to get your first full month of rent FREE! Offer valid through
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The Township

400 NE 103rd StKansas City, MO 64155
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Top Kansas City Apartments in the Essex Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 08-01-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Essex, MO apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Gladstone Studios

Receive $250 Off Your First Full Month's Rent OR a FREE 55" TV!Expires 08-01-2026

The Township

Limited-Time July Special! Tour today and apply within 24 hours to get your first full month of rent FREE! Offer valid through July 31. Select units only.Expires 08-01-2026

Brighton Creek

Move in by August 14th and receive $300 off move-in costs! Restrictions Apply.Expires 08-01-2026

Parkside Apartments

Call about our Free Rent Special for Immediate Move ins!Expires 08-31-2026

Metro 1 Apartments

Big savings. Brand-new luxury living. Sign a 13-month lease at Metro 1 Apartments and receive up to $2,000 off your new home! Limited-time offer — come tour Metro 1 today.Expires 09-01-2026

The Bluffs

$500 OFF your first month's rent!Expires 09-30-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Essex, MO

Specials updated: 08-01-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Essex, MO. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Metro 1 Apartments

Big savings. Brand-new luxury living. Sign a 13-month lease at Metro 1 Apartments and receive up to $2,000 off your new home! Limited-time offer — come tour Metro 1 today.Expires 09-01-2026

Parkside Apartments

Call about our Free Rent Special for Immediate Move ins!Expires 08-31-2026

The Bluffs

$500 OFF your first month's rent!Expires 09-30-2026

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Essex, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #75

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Essex Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Essex?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Essex is at Northland Studios listed at $765.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Essex Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Essex is $1,280.

What is the largest Rent Specials Essex Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,411 square feet unit starting from $1,334 at Brighton Creek.

What is the average size for Essex Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Essex is currently at 572 sq ft.

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