Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (17 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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Park Highlands
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Highlands

6421 Manchester AveKansas City, MO 64133

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Swope Park Kansas City Zoo, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swope Park Kansas City Zoo area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Eastwood Crossings priced from $740. Hillcrest Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Swope Park Kansas City Zoo apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastwood CrossingsTeakStudio,1BA$740
Hillcrest EstatesAmberStudio,1BA$775
Temple Heights Manor+55 communityStudioStudio,1BA$835
Emerald Hills Apartments1B1BR,1BA$850
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swope Park Kansas City Zoo, MO

As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swope Park Kansas City Zoo area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2BU Model at Emerald Hills Apartments in the in the Loma Vista neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Swope Park Kansas City Zoo apartment is the B1 Model at Clear View starting at $980 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Loma Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swope Park Kansas City Zoo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emerald Hills Apartments2BU2BR,1BA$1.15
Clear ViewB12BR,1BA$1.06
The RochesterIda1BR,1BA$1.86
UrbaneAxis1BR,1BA$1.65
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.15
Timberlane Village ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.66
Flats at Wildwood1x1 B Premium1BR,1BA$1.33
Eastwood CrossingsTeakStudio ,1BA$1.42
Hillcrest EstatesAmberStudio ,1BA$1.59
Temple Heights Manor+55 communityStudioStudio ,1BA$1.86

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Swope Park Kansas City Zoo, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #258

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swope Park Kansas City Zoo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swope Park Kansas City Zoo is at Eastwood Crossings listed at $740.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Apartment is $795 at Eastwood Crossings.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swope Park Kansas City Zoo is starting from $895 at Eastwood Crossings.

What is the most affordable Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Swope Park Kansas City Zoo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hillcrest Estates and starts from $1,350.

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