
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Crest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $700 (18 Rentals)
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The Haven at Shoal Creek

41 S Whitney, Unit 1

5621 NE 80th Terrace

5623 NE 51st St
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425 N Morse Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Crest Studio Apartments | $861 | $775 | $975 |
| Oak Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $880 | $2,112 |
| Oak Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $925 | $3,013 |
| Oak Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $1,097 | $2,297 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Oak Crest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Oak Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Crest area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at PINEWOOD STUDIOS priced from $850. Cherokee Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Oak Crest apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PINEWOOD STUDIOS | S2 RENOV | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Cherokee Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Jefferson Park | Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Village Gardens Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Liberty Heights | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Crest, MO
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Crest area is the $1.66 price per square foot Nodoway Model at Brighton Creek in the in the Kings Gate neighborhood starting from $1,794. The second greatest value Oak Crest apartment is the Florence Model at Langford at Liberty starting at $1,495 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Wilshire Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Creek | Nodoway | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Langford at Liberty | Florence | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Village Gardens Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Wild Oak Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Crossroads Village Apartments | AC.2B.G | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Haven at Shoal Creek | A2 (Awaken) | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Cordillera Ranch Apartments | A2 (Bello) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Cherokee Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Liberty Heights | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Jefferson Park | Kennedy | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Crest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Crest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Crest Apartment is $900 at Cherokee Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Crest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Crest is starting from $925 at Village Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable Oak Crest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oak Crest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wild Oak Apartments and starts from $1,715.
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