Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (54 Rentals)

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$1,100 - $1,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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710 W 48th St

Kansas CityMO64112

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Brushwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Melbourne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne Apartments

303 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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1201 Brush Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 Brush Creek

1201 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Park Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

205 Emanuel Cleaver Ii BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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BROOKSIDE PLAZA
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

BROOKSIDE PLAZA

4908 Grand AveKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza 52
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 52

214-216 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza House

4712 Roanoke PkyKansas City, MO 64112
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Scholars Row
Studio Apartments

Scholars Row

5522 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64110
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Park Hill Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill Apartments

300-320 E 57th StKansas City, MO 64113
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Waldo Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waldo Plaza

207-323 W 77th StKansas City, MO 64114
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UMKC Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

UMKC Homes

5326 Rockhill RdKansas City, MO 64110
Student Housing

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The Alden
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alden

215-217 E 46th StKansas City, MO 64112
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Plaza 36
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 36

902-914 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Washington Irving
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Irving

4746 Roanoke PkwyKansas City, MO 64112
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COURTYARD
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

COURTYARD

1015 E 68th StKansas City, MO 64131
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Tropicana Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tropicana Apartments

110 E 50th StKansas City, MO 64112
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Lakota on Grand
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakota on Grand

4916 Grand AveKansas City, MO 64112
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4734 Fairmount Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4734 Fairmount Ave

4734 Fairmount AveKansas City, MO 64112
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Braemar Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braemar Apartments

708 W 48th StKansas City, MO 64112
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El Camino Real
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Camino Real

110 E 51st StKansas City, MO 64112
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Morningside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Morningside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morningside area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at University Meadows priced from $739. University Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Morningside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
BROOKSIDE PLAZAS21BR,1BA$795
z-103125-Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creekwtkin1x11BR,1BA$830
Paraclete ManorStudio1BR,1BA$850
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$865
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Plaza Apartment CenterSt. Regis 061BR,1BA$960
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$965
The Majestic1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside, MO

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morningside area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Morningside apartment is the Crown Model at BLVD 64 starting at $1,550 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Sunset Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morningside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brick House2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.07
BLVD 64Crown2BR,2BA$1.50
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
Lakota on Grand2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.74
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.15
Braemar Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.47
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The Majestic1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.43
z-103125-Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creekwtkin1x11BR,1BA$1.66
BROOKSIDE PLAZAS21BR,1BA$1.77

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morningside, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #130

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Morningside, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Morningside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Morningside is under $995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morningside?

The cheapest apartment in Morningside is BROOKSIDE PLAZA which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Morningside costs $2,422.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morningside?

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 2 regular apartments in Morningside 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 Morningside?

Cheap apartments in Morningside have an average cost of $126 which is $2,296 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Morningside.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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