Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (47 Rentals)

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Paraclete Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Paraclete Manor

4725 Prospect AveKansas City, MO 64130
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Brushwood Apartments
1 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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Park Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

205 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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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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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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UMKC Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

UMKC Homes

5326 Rockhill RdKansas 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 Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

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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4734 Fairmount Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4734 Fairmount Ave

4734 Fairmount AveKansas 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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222 Waldo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 Waldo Flats

222 W 75th StKansas City, MO 64114
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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 Mission Road Studios priced from $800. The Citadel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Morningside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mission Road StudiosClassicStudio,1BA$800
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$845
Roanoke ApartmentsThe 39th StreetStudio,1BA$899
Santa Maria ApartmentsType DStudio,1BA$900
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Puckett PointeRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Westley on BroadwayJ11BR,1BA$950
Locarno1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$955
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside, MO

As of May 31, 2025 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 4727 Jarboe Street Model at 4727 Jarboe Street, Unit Apt. 32 starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brick House2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.07
4727 Jarboe Street, Unit Apt. 324727 Jarboe Street2BR,2BA$1.21
Paige Pointe Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
The BelleviewG12BR,2BA$1.60
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.12
Puckett PointeRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Locarno1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morningside, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #102

Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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!

Getting Around the Morningside Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Mission Road Studios listed at $800.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Apartment is $845 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 $975 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 Paige Pointe Townhomes and starts from $1,320.

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