Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Highlands Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (23 Rentals)

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Broadway Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Village

201-313 NW 63rd StKansas City, MO 64118
  • Utilities Included

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Stoneside Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneside Apartments

107 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
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Royal Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Park

10 NW 72nd StGladstone, MO 64118
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Jefferson Highlands, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson Highlands area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Northland Studios priced from $725. Broadway Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Highlands apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland StudiosRenovatedStudio,1BA$725
Broadway StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$740
1 Twenty Two at 63rd1x11BR,1BA$750
Stoneside Apartments1x11BR,1BA$775
Creeks of GladstoneStone Creek 1Studio,1BA$855

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Highlands, MO

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Highlands area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments in the in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Jefferson Highlands apartment is the B1 Model at Latitude 72 starting at $1,200 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Clayton Apartments3 Bed-1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.02
Latitude 72B12BR,2BA$1.08
Heights At Linden SquareThe Crown2BR,2BA$1.30
Randall Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.87
North Oak Crossing ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.31
730 NE 68th St, Unit 722730 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.19
Stoneside Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.97
Tanglewood Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.18
1 Twenty Two at 63rd1x11BR,1BA$0.99
The Woods at Windrose CreekAFFORDABLE LIVING! FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! CONVEN...1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson Highlands, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #63

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Jefferson Highlands Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Highlands Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson Highlands?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson Highlands is under $920.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in Jefferson Highlands is 1 Twenty Two at 63rd which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Jefferson Highlands costs $2,989.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson Highlands?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Jefferson Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jefferson Highlands?

Cheap apartments in Jefferson Highlands have an average cost of $181 which is $2,808 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson Highlands.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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