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property at 4328 Roanoke Pkwy

$1,100 - $1,250

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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4328 Roanoke Pkwy

Kansas CityMO64111

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property at 710 W 48th St

$1,100 - $1,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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710 W 48th St

Kansas CityMO64112
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Knaack Properties
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Knaack Properties

4057 Warwick BlvdKansas City, MO 64111
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4035-4039 CHARLOTTE
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4035-4039 CHARLOTTE

4035-4039 Charlotte StKansas City, MO 64110
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40th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

40th Street

1109 W 40th StKansas City, MO 64111
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The Flats on 39th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats on 39th

119 W 39th StKansas City, MO 64111
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Brentwood Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Plaza

109 E 40th StKansas City, MO 64111
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Parkway Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

4100 Paseo BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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4218 Harrison
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4218 Harrison

4218 Harrison StKansas City, MO 64110
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3909 Kenwood Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3909 Kenwood Ave

3909 Kenwood AveKansas City, MO 64110
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3837 Baltimore Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3837 Baltimore Ave

3837 Baltimore AveKansas City, MO 64111
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Oak Rose
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Rose

4033 OakKansas City, MO 64111
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Brushwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

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

JARBOE

4400 Jarboe StKansas City, MO 64111
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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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Plaza Area, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plaza Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plaza Area area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at JARBOE priced from $725. University Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Plaza Area apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
JARBOES1 BSMT1BR,1BA$725
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
BROOKSIDE PLAZAS21BR,1BA$795
902 E 39th ST1B 1B 3F1BR,1BA$825
Roanoke ApartmentsThe 39th StreetStudio,1BA$825
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
z-103125-Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creekwtkin1x11BR,1BA$830
Highland Apartments/AC Equity, LLC1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Paraclete ManorStudio1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza Area, MO

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaza Area area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Plaza Area apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Plaza 45 Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plaza Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brick House1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.04
Plaza 45 Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.23
210-212 W 39th St2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.21
SUNNY SLOPE2B 1B 1F2BR,1BA$1.01
ROANOKE VILLAS2B 1B 3F2BR,1BA$1.33
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
The Drake1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
The Belleview - Student Friendly HousingG22BR,2BA$1.37
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.15
Highland Apartments/AC Equity, LLC1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.30

Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Plaza Area, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Area Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Plaza Area?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plaza Area is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plaza Area?

The cheapest apartment in Plaza Area is JARBOE which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Plaza Area costs $1,525.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plaza Area?

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 97 regular apartments in Plaza Area 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 Plaza Area?

Cheap apartments in Plaza Area have an average cost of $348 which is $1,177 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plaza Area.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

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As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!