Cheap Homes for Rent in Essex Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $900 (7 Rentals)

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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 StudiosClassicStudio,1BA$725
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$830
The Bluffs1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom FP1BR,1BA$859

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO

As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.42 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath (fireplace optional) Model at 97 @ North Oak in the in the Barry Harbor neighborhood starting from $1,494. 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.
97 @ North Oak2 Bed 2 Bath (fireplace optional)2BR,2BA$1.42
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
The TownshipDonnelly Den1BR,1BA$1.38
Tanglewood Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.18
The BluffsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.31
Continental NorthTwo Bedroom Upper Fourplex2BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex

What type of rentals are currently available in Essex?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO with pricing that ranges from $345 to $4,997. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex ranging from $957 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex ranges from $957 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,067.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essex?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essex range from $1,450 to $4,997, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,365. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,065.

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