
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (88 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Morningside area of Kansas City.


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University Meadows

4838 The Paseo

4828 The Paseo

4840 The Paseo

The Citadel

4832 The Paseo

4818 The Paseo

Plaza Apartment Center

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Katy and Delilah Plaza Living
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The Majestic

Plaza Point Apartments

Casa Loma

BLVD 64

Sonder

217 E 46th St

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Brookside Commons

1522-1522 E 50th St

1461 E 66th Ter
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5409-5411 Harrison St

Brick House

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7405 Montgall Ave

6439 Chestnut Ave

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1201 Brush Creek

5937 Holmes St

The Bluffs at Brush Creek

Rockhill Terrace Apartments

z-103125-Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creek

Plaza 52
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5314-5320 Rockhill Rd

Paraclete Manor

Plaza House

Rockwell House Apartments

Scholars Row

Park Hill Apartments

Waldo Plaza

z-010124-Parkway Gardens

7317 Agnes Ave

2917 E 61st St
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Morningside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morningside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Studio Apartments | $1,317 | $739 | $3,466 |
| Morningside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $827 | $4,172 |
| Morningside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $995 | $5,125 |
| Morningside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,200 | $5,481 |
| Morningside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Morningside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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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. The Citadel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Morningside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Plaza Apartment Center | St. Regis 05 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Casa Loma | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Majestic | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Braemar Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Lakota on Grand | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Waldo Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside, MO
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morningside area is the $1.03 price per square foot 5120 Paseo Blvd Model at 5120 Paseo Blvd, Unit Apartment 1 in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Morningside apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House starting at $1,295 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morningside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5120 Paseo Blvd, Unit Apartment 1 | 5120 Paseo Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Brick House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 63 Brookside | 63b-2B2B 951sqf | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| BLVD 64 | Brookside | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Waldo Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Braemar Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lakota on Grand | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Morningside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Morningside is at University Meadows listed at $739.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Apartment is $865 at The Citadel.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morningside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morningside is starting from $995 at The Citadel.
What is the most affordable Morningside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Morningside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Baltimore Townhomes and starts from $1,995.
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