Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Empire Estates Neighborhood of Leawood, KS from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Flats at 95 Metcalf
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Flats at 95 Metcalf

6601 W 94th TerOverland Park, KS 66212
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Glenview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenview Apartments

8831-8837 Glenwood CtOverland Park, KS 66212
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Windsong Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsong Apartments

100-112 W 103rd StKansas City, MO 64114
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Corinth Valley
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Corinth Valley

3500 W 83rd StPrairie Village, KS 66208

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Empire Estates, Leawood, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Empire Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Empire Estates area of Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Gardens priced from $835. Willow Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Empire Estates apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial Gardens1A-Colonial1BR,1BA$835
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$925
Cloverset Active Adult ApartmentsHawthorn (A1)1BR,1BA$980
Cedar Crest ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$985
Chapel Hill KC Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Roe 1071x1-21BR,1BA$1,040
Fountainhead ApartmentsA2 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,077
AVIA Apartments at 110th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,089
Three Fountains ApartmentsStine1BR,1BA$1,095
Cambridge SquareHARVARD1BR,1BA$1,213

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire Estates, KS

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Empire Estates area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2 Bed | 1 Bath |Maisonette |1833 sq ft Model at Regent's Walk Apartment Homes in the in the South Overland Park neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Empire Estates apartment is the 2B 2.5B TH Model at WORNALL HEIGHTS starting at $1,395 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Legacy East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regent's Walk Apartment Homes2 Bed | 1 Bath |Maisonette |1833 sq ft2BR,1BA$0.79
WORNALL HEIGHTS2B 2.5B TH2BR,2.5BA$1.00
Villa Medici ApartmentsRedwood1BR,1BA$1.50
Colonial Gardens2A-Colonial2BR,1BA$1.05
Cloverset Active Adult ApartmentsCedar (A2)1BR,1BA$1.58
Chapel Hill KC Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.31
Cedar Crest ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1.33
Fountainhead ApartmentsA2 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Three Fountains ApartmentsStine1BR,1BA$1.50
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$1.30

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Empire Estates, Leawood, KS

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

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Leawood. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Empire Estates Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Empire Estates?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Empire Estates is at AVIA Apartments at 110th Street listed at $1,089.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Empire Estates Apartment is $835 at Colonial Gardens.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Empire Estates is starting from $975 at Colonial Gardens.

Expert Rental Resources

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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As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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