Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harlem Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (33 Rentals)

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

700 E 8th St, Unit 7L

700 E 8th St
Kansas CityMO64106

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Columbus Park Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbus Park Plaza

801 Pacific StKansas City, MO 64106
Senior Living
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Admiral Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Admiral Apartments

1310 Admiral BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Chase Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chase Apartments

200 Delaware StKansas City, MO 64105
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OGGI Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OGGI Lofts

600 Central StKansas City, MO 64105
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Art Space Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Art Space Lofts

201 Wyandotte StKansas City, MO 64105

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Landmark Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark Lofts

425 Washington StKansas City, MO 64105
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Buick Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Buick Lofts

220 Admiral BlvdKansas City, MO 64106
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Trolley Park Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trolley Park Lofts

412 W 8th StKansas City, MO 64105
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Brick & Beam Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brick & Beam Lofts

1018-22 Missouri AveKansas City, MO 64106
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401 Charlotte Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 Charlotte Lofts

401 Charlotte StKansas City, MO 64106
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Old Townley Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Old Townley Lofts

200 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64106
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Harlem, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harlem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harlem area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at The Confluence Residences priced from $760. Admiral Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Harlem apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Confluence ResidencesS1A - Studio AffordableStudio,1BA$760
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
River's Edge ResidencesJ1A - Junior One Bedroom Affordable1BR,1BA$891
Walnut Tower ApartmentsDogwoodStudio,1BA$899
Cold Storage Lofts1x11BR,1BA$975
Flashcube ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,039
The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment HomesAskew Haven 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,162
Union BerkleyA2 - StudioStudio,1BA$1,265
OGGI LoftsA41BR,1BA$1,265
The DialS3Studio,1BA$1,279

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlem, MO

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harlem area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts in the in the Quality Hill neighborhood starting from $1,584. The second greatest value Harlem apartment is the Richard and Conover - 2 Bedrooms Model at Unity Lofts starting at $1,750 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Crown Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.22
Unity LoftsRichard and Conover - 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.56
Unity Lofts (Old Townley/Richards & Conover)Richards & Connover - 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.77
Cold Storage Lofts2x2 Den2BR,2BA$1.67
Roaster's BlockBRASILIA1BR,1BA$1.95
The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment HomesAskew Haven 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
River's Edge ResidencesJ1A - Junior One Bedroom Affordable1BR,1BA$1.46
The Confluence ResidencesS1A - Studio AffordableStudio ,1BA$1.61
Walnut Tower ApartmentsDogwoodStudio ,1BA$2.04

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Harlem, Kansas City, MO

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harlem Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harlem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harlem is at The Confluence Residences listed at $760.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harlem Apartment is $825 at Admiral Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harlem is starting from $930 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the most affordable Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Harlem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cold Storage Lofts and starts from $1,675.

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