Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stratford Gardens Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (85 Rentals)

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property at 217 E 46th St

$1,095 - $1,395

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 20

217 E 46th St

Kansas CityMO64112

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Brushwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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University Meadows
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

University Meadows

1410 E 49th StKansas City, MO 64110

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Melbourne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne Apartments

303 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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1201 Brush Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 Brush Creek

1201 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Park Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

205 Emanuel Cleaver Ii BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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property at 4545 Main St

$775 - $795

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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4545 Main St

Kansas CityMO64111
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Ellington Condos
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ellington Condos

4532 BroadwayKansas City, MO 64111
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Seville Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Seville Plaza

4545 MainKansas City, MO 64111
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Plaza 52
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 52

214-216 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Marquis Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquis Plaza

4505-4507 Jarboe StKansas City, MO 64111
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Scholars Row
Studio Apartments

Scholars Row

5522 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64110
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Park Hill Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill Apartments

300-320 E 57th StKansas City, MO 64113
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Waldo Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waldo Plaza

207-323 W 77th StKansas City, MO 64114
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Westward Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westward Apartments

4621 Jefferson StKansas City, MO 64112

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Stratford Gardens, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Stratford Gardens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stratford Gardens area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Suntree priced from $785. Southridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Stratford Gardens apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SuntreeSTS1 RStudio,1BA$785
SouthridgeWestport1BR,1BA$790
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
Brush Creek Crossing1B 1B 2F1BR,1BA$895
Plaza Apartment CenterSt. Regis 08Studio,1BA$925
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
PLAZA SQUARE1B 1B 3F1BR,1BA$975
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$995
The MajesticD1BR,1BA$1,005
Broadway 46 ApartmentsStyle A1BR,1BA$1,048

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford Gardens, MO

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford Gardens area is the $1.49 price per square foot Gillingham Model at The Dorset in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Stratford Gardens apartment is the 63b-2B2B 951sqf Model at 63 Brookside starting at $1,655 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Sunset Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The DorsetGillingham2BR,2BA$1.49
63 Brookside63b-2B2B 951sqf2BR,2BA$1.74
BLVD 64Brookside1BR,1BA$1.58
4515 Jefferson St4515 Jefferson St2BR,2BA$1.76
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
Lakota on Grand2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.77
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
PLAZA SQUARE1B 1B 1F1BR,1BA$1.50
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$1.38
SouthridgeWestport1BR,1BA$1.63

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Stratford Gardens, Kansas City, MO

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Missouri, including Kansas City. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford Gardens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stratford Gardens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stratford Gardens is at Suntree listed at $785.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Gardens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Gardens Apartment is $790 at Southridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stratford Gardens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stratford Gardens is starting from $915 at Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments.

What is the most affordable Stratford Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Stratford Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments and starts from $1,275.

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