Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (257 Rentals)

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Wendell Phillips, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wendell Phillips Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wendell Phillips area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Courthouse Lofts priced from $678. 3721 Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Wendell Phillips apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$678
3721 Broadway3721 Broadway Blvd - 21Studio,1BA$695
Harrison Village and Harrison HausHarrison Haus - The 3035Studio,1BA$695
Quality Hill TowersA51BR,1BA$711
Smart Lofts on GladstoneStudio TopStudio,1BA$725
Del Montedelm0bA1Studio,1BA$765
3416 Wyandotte - Studio WStuW_0x1Studio,1BA$777
Vine Street LoftsOne Bedroom - Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$779
Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!Two Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$779
Penn Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wendell Phillips, MO

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wendell Phillips area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts in the in the Quality Hill neighborhood starting from $1,558. The second greatest value Wendell Phillips apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 3415 Locust starting at $1,100 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Westport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wendell Phillips apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.27
3415 Locust1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1.05
Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!Three Bed One Bath3BR,1BA$0.96
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
Ellison ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.02
Roanoke Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom - B1BR,1BA$1.23
Old Town LoftsFinance1BR,1BA$1.10
Jazz Hill1b1m1BR,1BA$1.20
3022 McGee1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wendell Phillips, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Missouri, including Kansas City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wendell Phillips Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wendell Phillips?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wendell Phillips is at 3721 Broadway listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment is $678 at Courthouse Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wendell Phillips Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wendell Phillips is starting from $779 at Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts!.

What is the most affordable Wendell Phillips Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wendell Phillips Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ridgeview Heights - Newly Renovated Apts! and starts from $949.

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