
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruskin Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Ruskin Heights, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruskin Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruskin Heights Studio Apartments | $891 | $525 | $1,508 |
| Ruskin Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $883 | $700 | $1,060 |
| Ruskin Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,070 | $800 | $1,285 |
| Ruskin Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $1,100 | $1,728 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ruskin Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Ruskin Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ruskin Heights area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Jefferson Place East priced from $700. Oak Tree Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Ruskin Heights apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Place East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Oak Tree Square | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Rock Ridge Ranch Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Blue Ridge Place | 1B1B R (1x1 840 SF A) | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Blue Ridge Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Large One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $861 |
| Candlelite Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Briarwood Gardens | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Reserve at Hillcrest | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin Heights, MO
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruskin Heights area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Courtyard Apartments in the in the Ruskin Hills neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Ruskin Heights apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Oak Tree Square starting at $950 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Ruskin Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruskin Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Oak Tree Square | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| View@98 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Blue Ridge Manor | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Blue Ridge Place | 1B1B R (1x1 840 SF A) | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments | Large One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Candlelite Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Meadowood Apartments | The Lakewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Briarwood Gardens | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Jefferson Place East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruskin Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment is $700 at Jefferson Place East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruskin Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruskin Heights is starting from $825 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ruskin Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ruskin Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Blue Ridge Manor and starts from $1,100.
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