Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmhurst Neighborhood of Overland Park, KS from $600 (32 Rentals)
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Elmhurst, Overland Park, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $657 | $2,111 |
| Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $695 | $2,963 |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $975 | $3,482 |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,521 | $2,747 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elmhurst Neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmhurst area of Kansas City, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Carlyle Apartments priced from $757. Colonial Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $757 |
| Colonial Gardens | 1A-Colonial | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| The Village Apartments | 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Perry 81 | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| The Reserve at 77 Apartment Homes | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Overland Station | Canterbury | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Fiesta Square Apartments & Townhomes | Frida (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| The Retreat of Shawnee | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $998 |
| Georgetown Apartments | S2 Artisan | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, KS
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $0.45 price per square foot 7804 Eby St Model at 7804 Eby St, Unit 4 in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 2 Bed | 2 Bath + Fireplace |1450 sq ft Model at Regent's Walk Apartment Homes starting at $1,420 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the South Overland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7804 Eby St, Unit 4 | 7804 Eby St | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| Regent's Walk Apartment Homes | 2 Bed | 2 Bath + Fireplace |1450 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Sheridan Ridge Townhomes | Amber | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Nieman Park Townhouse Duplexes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath-2 Car Garage with basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Cedar Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Treetop Lodge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Royal Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes KS | B7 | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Colonial Gardens | 2A-Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Village Apartments | 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleElmhurst, Overland Park, KS
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Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Elmhurst, Overland Park, and the greater Kansas City area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Elmhurst Neighborhood in Overland Park, KS
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmhurst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmhurst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmhurst is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmhurst?
The cheapest apartment in Elmhurst is Carlyle Apartments which is listed at $757, while the average apartment in Elmhurst costs $1,681.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmhurst?
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 16 regular apartments in Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst?
Cheap apartments in Elmhurst have an average cost of $344 which is $1,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmhurst.
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