Cheap Homes for Rent in Ruskin Heights Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $1,000 (3 Rentals)

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Ruskin Heights, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin Heights, MO

As of August 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruskin Heights area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bed Premium Duplex Model at Grand Vue Townhomes in the in the Ruskin Hills neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Ruskin Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Courtyard Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.83 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Vue Townhomes3 Bed Premium Duplex3BR,1.5BA$1.23
Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Gatehouse Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.88
View@981 Bed 1 Bath | Den1BR,1BA$1.11
Rock Ridge Ranch Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Meadowood ApartmentsThe Lakewood1BR,1BA$1.27
Briarwood Gardens1X11BR,1BA$1.21
Haven1x1A1BR,1BA$1.29
Canyon Creek ApartmentsMidsize One Bedrooms1BR,1BA$0.96
Jefferson Place East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ruskin Heights, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #195

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruskin Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Ruskin Heights?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Ruskin Heights, MO with pricing that ranges from $525 to $1,630. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruskin Heights ranging from $1,095 to $1,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ruskin Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ruskin Heights ranges from $1,095 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,386.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ruskin Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ruskin Heights range from $975 to $1,630, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $1,485. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,145 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,575.

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