
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lees Summit Neighborhood of Lees Summit, MO from $700 (21 Rentals)
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Maple Estates

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Robin Hills

The Lodge Apartments

303 SE Grand Ave

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309 SE Grand Ave

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800 NE Ball Dr, Unit Unit - C

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400 NE Westwind Dr

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5 NW O'Brien Rd

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408 NE Westwind Dr

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Downtown Lees Summit, Lee's Summit, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lees Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lees Summit Studio Apartments | $1,306 | $950 | $1,574 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $918 | $2,112 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $855 | $2,961 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $1,380 | $3,768 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lees Summit Neighborhood of Lees Summit, MO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lees Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lees Summit area of Kansas City, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Maple Estates priced from $855. The Lodge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lees Summit apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Estates | ME - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| The Lodge Apartments | Partial Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Strasbourg Apartments | Strasbourg Apts - 5-4 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Clearing | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 630 SF | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Somerset Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Patio/Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lees Summit, MO
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lees Summit area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Baths Townhome - w/Basement Model at Maple 36 in the in the Henley Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,324. The second greatest value Downtown Lees Summit apartment is the B2 Model at Trilogy starting at $1,997 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Henley Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lees Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple 36 | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Baths Townhome - w/Basement | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| Trilogy | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Summit Square | B1 1x1 1017 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 800 NE Ball Dr, Unit Unit - C | 800 NE Ball Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments | BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| The Lodge Apartments | Rehab Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Summit East Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Strasbourg Apartments | Strasbourg Apts - 5-4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Clearing | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 630 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Somerset Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Patio/Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lees Summit Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lees Summit?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lees Summit is under $1,314.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lees Summit?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lees Summit is Strasbourg Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Downtown Lees Summit costs $1,909.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lees Summit?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Downtown Lees Summit that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Lees Summit?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lees Summit have an average cost of $419 which is $1,490 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lees Summit.
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