Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swope Park Campus Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (26 Rentals)

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Park Gate Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Gate Apartments

3601 E Meyer BlvdKansas City, MO 64132
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Deerbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deerbrook Apartments

3509-3525 E 51st StKansas City, MO 64130
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Courtyard Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

1015 E 68th StKansas City, MO 64131
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Brookside Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookside Commons

6551 Rockhill RdKansas City, MO 64131
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Swope Park Campus, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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 Santa Fe Village priced from $730. University Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Swope Park Campus apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio,1BA$730
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$762
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$845
Paraclete ManorStudio1BR,1BA$850
Plaza Apartment CenterSt. Regis 08Studio,1BA$895
Hillcrest EstatesEmerald1BR,1BA$925
Casa LomaDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$975
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swope Park Campus, MO

As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swope Park Campus area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2 BR 2BA Model at The Majestic in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Swope Park Campus apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Katy and Delilah Plaza Living starting at $1,295 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swope Park Campus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Majestic2 BR 2BA2BR,2BA$1.65
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
BLVD 64Brookside1BR,1BA$1.35
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.95
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.12
Hillcrest EstatesEmerald1BR,1BA$1.23
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$1.38
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio ,1BA$1.52

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Swope Park Campus, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #111

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Swope Park Campus Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Waldo Heights which is listed at $762, while the average apartment in Swope Park Campus costs $1,310.

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 2 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 $115 which is $1,195 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swope Park Campus.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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