2029 Swift St
North Kansas CityMO64116
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River Forest, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,562 | $1,200 | $2,695 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,657 | $1,500 | $1,945 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,870 | $1,870 | $1,870 |
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There are currently 5 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 Knollwood Apartments priced from $785. Forest Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| North Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, MO
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at HarborTown Villas in the in the Fairfax neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the B1 Model at North Village starting at $1,195 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HarborTown Villas | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| North Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| CityView | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Park Lofts | Walton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Ora | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 23rd and Swift | Buchanan | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Backyard at One North | Vitality | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
| Northpark Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Sparrow | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in River Forest?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in River Forest, MO with pricing that ranges from $935 to $10,000. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Forest ranging from $950 to $2,695.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Forest ranges from $950 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,509.
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