
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shawnee Mission, KS from $300 (447 Rentals)
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Carlyle Apartments

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Suntree

Woodbridge Apartments

3544 Bell St

Coach House Apartments

1420 W 37th Ave

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Brookridge Country Club

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The Majestic

3640 SW Trafficway, Unit 203

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Cedar Crest Apartments

Arc on Armour

Dylan Apartments

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Shawnee Mission, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shawnee Mission?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Shawnee Mission Studio Apartments | $1,364 | $669 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Shawnee Mission 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $740 | $5,986 |
| Cheap Shawnee Mission 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $758 | $5,891 |
| Cheap Shawnee Mission 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $898 | $6,874 |
| Cheap Shawnee Mission 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $2,350 | $2,675 |
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Cheapest Available Shawnee Mission Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shawnee Mission, KS is a Studio unit found at The Falls in the Crestview neighborhood priced from $698. Penn Valley Apartments in the Roanoke neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shawnee Mission apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Falls | S2Q - Income Limits Apply | Studio,1BA | $698 |
| Penn Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Suntree | STS1 | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Waldo Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| 3721 Broadway | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $758 |
| Malvern Hill Apartment Homes | STUDIO 1 | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Del Monte | delm0bA2 | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| JARBOE | S2 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Carlyle Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $781 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shawnee Mission, KS
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shawnee Mission area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2B 2.5B TH Model at WORNALL HEIGHTS in the in the Legacy East neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Shawnee Mission apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House starting at $1,295 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shawnee Mission apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| WORNALL HEIGHTS | 2B 2.5B TH | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Brick House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Sandstone Creek | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| London House Apartments | B2Q - Income Limits Apply | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Fox Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Colonial Gardens | 2A-Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Brookridge Country Club | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Forest Court Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Waldo Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Village Apartments | 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shawnee Mission Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shawnee Mission?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shawnee Mission is at The Falls listed at $698.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Mission Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shawnee Mission Apartment is $740 at Waldo Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shawnee Mission Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shawnee Mission is starting from $758 at Woodbridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shawnee Mission Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shawnee Mission Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbridge Apartments and starts from $898.
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