
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Empire Estates Neighborhood of Leawood, KS from $500 (25 Rentals)
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212 W 97th St

Colonial Gardens

Willow Creek

Cedar Crest Apartments

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452 W 104th St, Unit UNIT D

Roe 107

Park South

Fountainhead Apartments

AVIA Apartments at 110th Street

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Flats at 95 Metcalf

439 W 87 Pl
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Chapel Hill

Glenview Apartments

Cloverset Active Adult Apartments

Windsong Apartments

Corinth Garden

731 W 85th St
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421 W 87 Pl
Empire Estates, Leawood, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Empire Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Estates Studio Apartments | $1,190 | $1,089 | $1,742 |
| Empire Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $835 | $3,419 |
| Empire Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $975 | $4,949 |
| Empire Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $1,425 | $6,874 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Empire Estates Neighborhood of Leawood, KS.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Gardens | 1A-Colonial | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Willow Creek | South A2 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Cloverset Active Adult Apartments | Hawthorn (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Fountainhead Apartments | A2 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| AVIA Apartments at 110th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire Estates, KS
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Empire Estates area is the $1.58 price per square foot EBS-B4- Hopper Model at The Edison at Bridlespur in the in the Legacy East neighborhood starting from $1,670. The second greatest value Empire Estates apartment is the Spruce Model at Villa Medici Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Overland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Edison at Bridlespur | EBS-B4- Hopper | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Villa Medici Apartments | Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Colonial Gardens | 2A-Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Corinth Valley | 1x1 902 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Cloverset Active Adult Apartments | Cedar (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Corinth Garden | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Corinth Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Kenilworth Apartments | El Monte A Renovated | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Fountainhead Apartments | A2 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Willow Creek | South A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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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.
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