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property at 4109 Warwick Blvd

4109 Warwick Blvd

Kansas CityMO64111
property at 1114 W 45th St

1114 W 45th St

Kansas CityMO64111

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1107 W 45th St

Kansas CityMO64111
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Knaack Properties
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Knaack Properties

4057 Warwick BlvdKansas City, MO 64111
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4035 Charlotte
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4035 Charlotte

4035-4039 Charlotte StKansas City, MO 64110
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40th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

40th Street

1109 W 40th StKansas City, MO 64111
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Oak Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Street

4140-4142 Oak StKansas City, MO 64111
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Brentwood Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Plaza

109 E 40th StKansas City, MO 64111
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Parkway Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

4100 Paseo BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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4218 Harrison
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4218 Harrison

4218 Harrison StKansas City, MO 64110
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Oak Rose
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Rose

4033 OakKansas City, MO 64111
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Brushwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Ward Estates, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward Estates area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at University Meadows priced from $739. Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Ward Estates apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC1bed/1bath (duplex)1BR,1BA$800
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
Roanoke ApartmentsThe 39th StreetStudio,1BA$825
Puckett Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$845
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$865
Mission Road StudiosRenovatedStudio,1BA$875
Mission Manor Apartments1x11BR,1BA$875
Plaza Apartment CenterSt. Regis 10Studio,1BA$920
Infinity at Plaza WestSUStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward Estates, MO

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward Estates area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Plaza 45 Apartments in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Ward Estates apartment is the 2b1b925F Model at 4117 The Flats starting at $1,299 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Plaza 45 Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.28
4117 The Flats2b1b925F2BR,1BA$1.40
BLVD 64Brookside1BR,1BA$1.29
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
The Drake1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.15
Puckett PointeRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$1.38
Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC1bed/1bath (duplex)1BR,1BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward Estates, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #51

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Missouri, including Kansas City. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Ward Estates Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Ward Estates Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ward Estates?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward Estates is under $925.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward Estates?

The cheapest apartment in Ward Estates is Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Ward Estates costs $1,595.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward Estates?

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 95 regular apartments in Ward Estates 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 Ward Estates?

Cheap apartments in Ward Estates have an average cost of $386 which is $1,209 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward Estates.

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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Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.