Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward Parkway Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Legacy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Apartments

1318 E 89th StKansas City, MO 64131
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The Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village

8239 Forest AveKansas City, MO 64131
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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1015 E 68th StKansas City, MO 64131
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222 Waldo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 Waldo Flats

222 W 75th StKansas City, MO 64114
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82 West Crossing

8208 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64131
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Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward Parkway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward Parkway area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Legacy Apartments priced from $695. Santa Fe Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Ward Parkway apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio,1BA$730
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$740
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$865
The Ridge at ChestnutTower One Bedroom1BR,1BA$890
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
BLVD 64Brookside1BR,1BA$1,120
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,200
Brookside CommonsA11BR,1BA$1,336
Corinth Paddock2 bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,378

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward Parkway, MO

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward Parkway area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Corinth Paddock in the in the Santa Fe Hills neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value Ward Parkway apartment is the 2 BR x 1 Bath Model at Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes starting at $1,200 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Legacy East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward Parkway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Corinth Paddock2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.33
BLVD 64Brookside1BR,1BA$1.31
Corinth Garden2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
The Ridge at ChestnutGarden One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.93
The Citadel1br1BR,1BA$1.15
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio ,1BA$1.52
Legacy ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #181

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

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Southern Kansas City, MO. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward Parkway Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward Parkway Apartment is $740 at Waldo Heights.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward Parkway is starting from $823 at Waldo Heights.

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