
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the River Forest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO (40 Rentals)


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3641 NE Monterey Way

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The Backyard at One North

Ora

CityView

Park Lofts

The OxBow

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River Forest, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,657 | $1,139 | $2,826 |
River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $695 | $3,202 |
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $895 | $4,500 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,734 | $1,455 | $7,272 |
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Largest Available River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the River Forest area of Kansas City, MO is found at The Backyard at One North and is listed at 1,190 square feet priced from $1,766. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Backyard at One North | Serenity | 1,190 Sq Ft | $1,766 |
| CityView | A5 | 907 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Cardinal | 875 Sq Ft | $985 |
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Platinum | 754 Sq Ft | $850 |
| 23rd and Swift | Armour | 754 Sq Ft | $1,440 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Ora | A1.1 | 726 Sq Ft | $1,434 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | 688 Sq Ft | $1,005 |
| The OxBow | A1 | 660 Sq Ft | $1,419 |
| Northpark Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 640 Sq Ft | $899 |
Cheapest Available River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit River Forest of Kansas City, MO is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic Model starting from $850 at Knollwood Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in River Forest is currently $1,576. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | $850 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | $850 |
| Northpark Court Apartments | One Bedroom | $899 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Sparrow | $960 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Oak | $1,005 |
| CityView | A1 | $1,266 |
| The Backyard at One North | Haven | $1,281 |
| The OxBow | A1 | $1,419 |
| Ora | A1.1 | $1,434 |
| 23rd and Swift | Armour | $1,440 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom River Forest Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is $1,576.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in River Forest is a 1,190 square feet unit starting from $1,766 at The Backyard at One North.
What is the average size for River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in River Forest is currently 785 sq ft.
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