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

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Paige Pointe Townhomes

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Mission Road Studios
Morningside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morningside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Morningside Studio Apartments | $1,487 | $699 | $3,333 |
Morningside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $290 | $3,772 |
Morningside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $975 | $5,973 |
Morningside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,264 | $1,200 | $5,706 |
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There are currently 47 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mission Road Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $800 |
The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Roanoke Apartments | The 39th Street | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Santa Maria Apartments | Type D | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Waldo Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Puckett Pointe | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Westley on Broadway | J1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Locarno | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brick House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
4727 Jarboe Street, Unit Apt. 32 | 4727 Jarboe Street | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Paige Pointe Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Belleview | G1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Puckett Pointe | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Locarno | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Waldo Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMorningside, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #102
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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
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 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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