Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward Estates Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (135 Rentals)

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1114 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 Bedroom Apartments

4218 Harrison

4218 Harrison StKansas City, MO 64110
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Brushwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 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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Summit Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Heights

905-911 W 40th TerKansas City, MO 64111
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1201 Brush Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 Brush Creek

1201 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 1 Bed unit found at 4201-4205 Harrison St priced from $750. Mission Road Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Ward Estates apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4201-4205 Harrison St4201 Harrison St1BR,1BA$750
Mission Road StudiosClassicStudio,1BA$800
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$825
KCK ApartmentsKCK Apartment1BR,1BA$825
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$845
Puckett Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$845
Roanoke ApartmentsThe 39th StreetStudio,1BA$899
Mission Manor Apartments1x11BR,1BA$921
Infinity at Plaza WestSUStudio,1BA$925
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward Estates, MO

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward Estates area is the $1.43 price per square foot 4009 Wyoming Street Model at 4009 Wyoming Street, Unit 4009 Wyoming Street in the in the The Plaza neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Ward Estates apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Plaza 45 Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.38 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.
4009 Wyoming Street, Unit 4009 Wyoming Street4009 Wyoming Street2BR,2.5BA$1.43
Plaza 45 Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.38
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.12
Puckett PointeRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
4414 Jarboe Street Townhomes4414 Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Locarno1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments1-Bedroom (Apartment)1BR,1BA$1.38
4201-4205 Harrison St4201 Harrison St1BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward Estates, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward Estates?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward Estates is at Mission Road Studios listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward Estates Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward Estates Apartment is $750 at 4201-4205 Harrison St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward Estates Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Ward Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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