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60 West Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

60 West Apartments

11115 W 60th StShawnee, KS 66203
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Barton Crossing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Barton Crossing

6117 Barton AveShawnee, KS 66203
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Summit Shawnee
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Shawnee

7613 Flint StShawnee, KS 66214
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The Oasis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oasis

10900 Oasis CtShawnee, KS 66203
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The Onyx at 67
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Onyx at 67

6525-6527 Reeder StShawnee, KS 66203
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Pinegate West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinegate West

6506-6510 Barton CirShawnee, KS 66203
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Hampton Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Woods

16955-16955 W 68th StShawnee, KS 66217

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Kansas City BBQ & Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC

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Shawnee, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shawnee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shawnee, KS is a 2 Beds unit found at Carlyle Apartments in the Elmhurst neighborhood priced from $801. The Village Apartments in the East Overland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shawnee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carlyle ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$801
The Village Apartments1bed 1bath1BR,1BA$845
The Retreat of ShawneeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$910
The Meadows Apartment Homes KSA41BR,1BA$927
Perry 81Pine1BR,1BA$944
Summit ShawneeThe Peak1BR,1BA$955
Midland CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$968
The Reserve at 77 Apartment HomesAmelia1BR,1BA$981
SUN RIVER1B 1B 1F R W/D1BR,1BA$982
The Oasis1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee, KS

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shawnee area is the $1.27 price per square foot C1 Model at Prairie Pines Townhomes in the in the Bonner Loring neighborhood starting from $2,538. The second greatest value Shawnee apartment is the Split level Duplex Model at Mullin Rentals-Duplexes starting at $1,895 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Stonecreek of Parkhurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shawnee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie Pines TownhomesC13BR,2.5BA$1.27
Mullin Rentals-DuplexesSplit level Duplex3BR,2BA$1.31
Princeton CourtTwo Bedroom Town Home2BR,2.5BA$1.34
Thousand Oaks2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.28
Grant 79Executive-1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Louisburg Square Apartments & TownhomesA41BR,1BA$1.24
The Village Apartments1bed 1bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Midland CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
The Onyx at 67Ruby 11BR,1BA$1.33
Carlyle ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.28

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

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Shawnee, KS
Population: 65,845

Ranked #567

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shawnee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shawnee is at Kings Cove Apartments listed at $1,125.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Apartment is $804 at Carlyle Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shawnee is starting from $801 at Carlyle Apartments.

What is the most affordable Shawnee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shawnee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SUN RIVER and starts from $1,295.

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