
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swope Park Campus Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (16 Rentals)
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Swope Park Campus, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swope Park Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swope Park Campus Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $739 | $1,835 |
| Swope Park Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $762 | $2,185 |
| Swope Park Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $823 | $3,610 |
| Swope Park Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,275 | $3,295 |
| Swope Park Campus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swope Park Campus Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Swope Park Campus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swope Park Campus area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at University Meadows priced from $739. Eastwood Crossings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Swope Park Campus apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Eastwood Crossings | S2 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Hillcrest Estates | Amber | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Waldo Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $823 |
| Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments | 1-Bedroom (Apartment) | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swope Park Campus, MO
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swope Park Campus area is the $1.43 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The Rochester in the in the Blue Hills neighborhood starting from $1,744. The second greatest value Swope Park Campus apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Waldo Heights starting at $823 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Legacy East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swope Park Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rochester | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Waldo Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Brick House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Citadel | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments | 1-Bedroom (Apartment) | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Eastwood Crossings | S1.PR | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
| Plaza Hill Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Hillcrest Estates | Amber | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSwope Park Campus, Kansas City, MO
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swope Park Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Swope Park Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Swope Park Campus is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Swope Park Campus?
The cheapest apartment in Swope Park Campus is Eastwood Crossings which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Swope Park Campus costs $1,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Swope Park Campus?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 94 regular apartments in Swope Park Campus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Swope Park Campus?
Cheap apartments in Swope Park Campus have an average cost of $349 which is $1,201 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swope Park Campus.
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