Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (16 Rentals)

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5121 Thompson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5121 Thompson Ave

5121 Thompson AveKansas City, MO 64124
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5401 Smart Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5401 Smart Ave

5401 Smart AveKansas City, MO 64123

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Winner Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Winner Place Apartments

9526-9530 E Winner RdIndependence, MO 64053
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The Groves Senior Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Groves Senior Living

1515 W White Oak StIndependence, MO 64050
Senior Living
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Quarry Ridge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Quarry Ridge Apartments

1031 S Brookside AveIndependence, MO 64053
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Fairmount, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at White Apartments priced from $569. Brookside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$569
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$694
Cimarron ApartmentsStudio (Jr. 1 Bedroom)Studio,1BA$695
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, MO

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $1.01 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Brookside Apartments in the in the Blue Valley neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the One Bed One Bath Model at The Hudson starting at $745 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Cunningham Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brookside ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.01
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 1130811308 E Aaron Ln2BR,1BA$1.70
9613 E Truman Rd, Unit #149613 E Truman RdStudio ,1BA$1.42
Cimarron ApartmentsStudio (Jr. 1 Bedroom)Studio ,1BA$1.83
White ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.63
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairmount, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #303

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Fairmount Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

16 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmount Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairmount?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairmount is at White Apartments listed at $569.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairmount Apartment is $600 at Brookside Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairmount Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairmount is starting from $850 at Brookside Apartments.

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