
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Forest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (25 Rentals)
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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 |
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River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,707 | $1,022 | $3,365 |
River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $775 | $7,305 |
River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $975 | $9,122 |
River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,275 | $1,275 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Forest Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Forest area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Parvin Estates priced from $775. Knollwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Parvin Estates | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
Forest Park Apartments | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
North Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
The Backyard at One North | Vitality | Studio,1BA | $1,022 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, MO
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.59 price per square foot B1 Model at The Briarcliff City Apartments in the in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 2-1.5 Model at Briar Hill starting at $1,185 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Briarcliff City Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Briar Hill | 2-1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
North Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
CityView | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Park Lofts | Walton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Backyard at One North | Haven | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
23rd and Swift | Buchanan | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Parvin Estates | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Forest Park Apartments | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Forest, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #127
Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in River Forest, Kansas City, MO
North Kansas City High
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Getting Around the River Forest Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
16 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 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 River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Forest is at The Backyard at One North listed at $1,022.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $775 at Parvin Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is starting from $925 at Knollwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parvin Estates and starts from $1,150.
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