
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Plaza Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $700 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Plaza area of Kansas City.


Plaza Point Apartments

Casa Loma

The Majestic

51 Main

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200-224 W 50th St

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South Plaza, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $995 | $1,835 |
| South Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $975 | $2,185 |
| South Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $1,395 | $3,610 |
| South Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $1,995 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Plaza Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available South Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Plaza area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza Point Apartments priced from $995. Casa Loma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Plaza apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Casa Loma | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Majestic | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Lakota on Grand | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 51 Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,447 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Plaza, MO
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Plaza area is the $1.17 price per square foot 1x1 850sf Model at Plaza Point Apartments in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value South Plaza apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lakota on Grand starting at $1,425 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Lakota on Grand | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Baltimore Townhomes | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Majestic | E | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 51 Main | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
| Casa Loma | Deluxe Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Plaza Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Plaza?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Plaza is at Casa Loma listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Plaza Apartment is $995 at Plaza Point Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Plaza Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Plaza is starting from $1,395 at Plaza Point Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Baltimore Townhomes and starts from $1,995.
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