
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harlem Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (34 Rentals)
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The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment Homes

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Flashcube Apartments

The Dial

Roaster's Block

RM West

320 W 7th St
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CORE

517 Gillis St, Unit 204

536 Campbell St

MAA The Station

531 Grand

600 Admiral Blvd, Unit 1104

Unity Lofts

509 DELAWARE St, Unit 201
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Union Berkley

Trolley Park Lofts

517 Holmes St

308 W 8th St

517 Gillis St

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401 Charlotte Lofts
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600 Admiral Blvd

509 Delaware St
Harlem, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harlem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlem Studio Apartments | $1,375 | $900 | $2,418 |
| Harlem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $945 | $3,250 |
| Harlem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $1,125 | $4,745 |
| Harlem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $1,675 | $4,405 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Harlem Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Harlem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harlem area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Admiral Apartments priced from $825. Walnut Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Harlem apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Walnut Tower Apartments | Cottonwood | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment Homes | Askew Studio 0 Bed / 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $941 |
| Cold Storage Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Flashcube Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| The Dial | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Roaster's Block | SIDAMO | Studio,1BA | $1,216 |
| Union Berkley | Rollins | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| CORE | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| RM West | P1 1x1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harlem, MO
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harlem area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts in the in the Quality Hill neighborhood starting from $1,558. The second greatest value Harlem apartment is the 3x2 Model at Cold Storage Lofts starting at $1,675 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Quality Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harlem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Townley Lofts | 1 Bed Loft Style | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cold Storage Lofts | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Unity Lofts | Richard and Conover - 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Unity Lofts (Old Townley/Richards & Conover) | Richards & Connover - 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| RM West | P2 1x1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Admiral Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment Homes | Askew Studio 0 Bed / 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Dial | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
| Flashcube Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| Walnut Tower Apartments | Cottonwood | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarlem, Kansas City, MO
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 Walnut Tower Apartments listed at $915.
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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