
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lees Summit Neighborhood of Lees Summit, MO from $700 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lees Summit area of Lees Summit.


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The Lodge Apartments

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800 NE Ball Dr, Unit Unit - C
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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 | $1,247 | $950 | $1,400 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $925 | $2,027 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $950 | $2,249 |
| Downtown Lees Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $1,370 | $3,174 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 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 The Lodge Apartments priced from $950. Maple Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,046. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lees Summit apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Apartments | Partial Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Maple Estates | ME - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,046 |
| Strasbourg Apartments | Strasbourg Apts - 3-8 | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lees Summit, MO
As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lees Summit area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Baths Townhome Model at Maple 36 in the in the Henley Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,022. The second greatest value Downtown Lees Summit apartment is the C2 2x2 1208 sqft Model at Summit Square starting at $1,882 with a $1.56 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 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Summit Square | C2 2x2 1208 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 216 NE Douglas St, Unit #1 | 216 NE Douglas St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Heritage Park Villas | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Strasbourg Apartments | Strasbourg Apts - 1-19 | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 800 NE Ball Dr, Unit Unit - C | 800 NE Ball Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Lodge Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Summit Ridge Apartments | Elbert | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Elevate 114 Apartments of Lees Summit | Oasis | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Maple Estates | ME - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lees Summit, Lees Summit, MO
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Downtown Lees Summit, Lees Summit, and the greater Kansas City area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lees Summit Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lees Summit?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lees Summit is Maple Estates which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Downtown Lees Summit costs $1,721.
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 66 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 $809 which is $912 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lees Summit.
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