100 Best Apartments in Kansas City, MO (with reviews)

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Apartments in Downtown Kansas City $1,674
Apartments in Clayton $1,059
Apartments in Longfellow $1,494
Apartments in Oak Park $665
Apartments in Crossroads $1,611
Apartments in Marlborough $957
Apartments in Royal Oaks $1,029
Apartments in Kci & 2nd Creek $1,307
Apartments in Old Westport - Southmoreland $1,393

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Average rent in Kansas City, MO

$1,036/mo Kansas City, MO average rental price, July 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Kansas City, MO is $1,036.

Kansas City, MO apartment rent ranges

About 36% of apartment rents in Kansas City, MO range between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $1,501-$2,000 represent 8% of apartments. Around 48% of Kansas City’s apartments are in the $701-$1,000 price range. 8% of apartments are priced between $501-$700.

Kansas City, MO rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,726, the average rent in Kansas City, MO is $1,036.

Getting around in Kansas City, MO

11 /100

Car-Dependent

24 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 11, Bike Score®: 24

Frequently asked questions

What are the best apartments in Kansas City, MO?

The best apartments in Kansas City, MO are: Kinsley Forest, Altitude 970, CityView, 46 Penn Apartment Homes and The Lakes Apartments.

What is the average rent in Kansas City, MO?

The average rent in Kansas City, MO is $1,036. Start your search for apartments in Kansas City, MO now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Kansas City, MO?

The price range for a studio apartment in Kansas City, MO is between $539 and $3,283. View all studio apartments in Kansas City, MO.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO is between $616 and $6,220. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Kansas City, MO now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO is between $719 and $7,133. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kansas City, MO is between $675 and $8,712. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Kansas City, MO.

What type of rental buildings are in Kansas City, MO?

In Kansas City 46% of the housing is rented out compared to 54% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of Kansas City’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 56% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 28% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Kansas City, MO?

The average age of rental buildings in Kansas City is 35 years old, with 38% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 4 stories, of which 82% are garden-style apartment communities, 17% are mid-sized buildings, and 7% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Kansas City, MO?

Studio apartments in Kansas City are around 5% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 46% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 42% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Kansas City, MO in the news

June Rental Activity Report: Kansas City Is Most In-Demand City, With Suburb Overland Park Coming in 2nd

Kansas City, MO, is June’s most sought-after city by renters looking for an apartment for rent on RentCafe.com, the same as last month. Kansas City listings on RentCafe.com continue to draw attention from apartment seekers, with views of rentals doubling year-over-year. Renters also saved three times as many personalized searches and added five times as many apartments to their favorites list in June compared to one year ago. These increased engagement rates led to a total score above 70 — eight points higher than runner-up Overland Park.

May Rental Activity Report: Kansas City Leads as Most In-Demand City, Midwest Claims Top Spots

Kansas City, MO, is May’s most sought-after city by renters looking for an apartment for rent on RentCafe.com. Last month, KCMO was runner-up to Atlanta. So, what pushed this lively Midwestern town to the top? First, this month, Kansas City apartment listings attracted 80% more views compared to a year ago. Second, the number of saved personalized searches more than doubled within that timeframe as renters added four times as many apartments to their favorites list. Browsing and saving more properties shows a higher interest in apartments and a clear determination to move.

April Rental Activity Report: Atlanta Leads as the Most In-Demand City, Manhattan Makes Top 5

Kansas City is the runner-up in April’s most in-demand cities for renting on RentCafe.com. KCMO made it on the leaderboard after jumping an impressive 27 spots from last month’s ranking. This was the result of renters marking listings as favorites six times more than a year prior, while the number of page views for listings in this location is among the highest in the U.S. Furthermore, renters in Kansas City saved 87% more personalized searches on RentCafe.com compared to one year ago. In addition to great barbecue, renters here also love the more affordable housing and cost of living compared to other cities, as well as exciting new tech job opportunities.

Cities With Most Apartment Space Per Person in 2022: Renters Live Largest in the Midwest

The Kansas City metro area is the hot spot for renters looking for more living space, with three of its suburbs landing in the top 10 cities boasting the most apartment space per person.

Living in Kansas City, MO

Located in far west Missouri about two miles west of the Kansas state border and with the Missouri River to the immediate north are the apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO - the largest city in the state. Here, renters - who are often students attending two local universities or professionals within the industries of transportation and distribution; e-commerce; or manufacturing - enjoy low living costs in comparison to the rest of the metro area. Notably, Hallmark Cards and H&R Block are headquartered here, and there are 15 school districts when renting in Kansas City. Although most famous for its barbecue recipes, renting in Kansas City also offers world-class Mexican, Italian, Japanese, Thai, Indian, and Vietnamese cuisines at restaurants such as Char Bar, La Bodega and Farina.

Renting in Kansas City, MO

Kansas City has more than 200 neighborhoods with apartments for rent that have Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and traditional designs. For instance, in the Country Club Plaza neighborhood, Spanish-inspired apartments for rent are near the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Meanwhile, the Crossroads Arts District offers loft apartment rentals in a renovated warehouse district with a trendy local art and music scene. Or, the 18th & Vine District features Mid-Century Modern rentals with open floor plans and large windows close to The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the American Jazz Museum. Otherwise, popular examples of Victorian-style apartments for rent include Armour Boulevard Apartments and the Valentine Apartments. Finally, Crown Center - home to attractions like LEGOLAND, the Kansas City Aquarium, the Money Museum and an ice rink - offers high-rise apartments in the San Francisco Tower and more than 100 apartment rentals in Santa Fe Place.

Shopping in Kansas City, MO

When renting in Kansas City, the largest indoor shopping mall is Oak Park Mall. Renters also recommend Crown Center, Ward Parkway Center and Zona Rosa Town Center. In particular, Country Club Plaza is a popular neighborhood in Kansas City and is known for its charming ambiance and diverse range of attractions. Similarly, Bush Creek has carriage and gondola rides, along with department stores, including Pandora, Nike, Apple, Banana Republic, J. Crew and Vineyard Vines. At the same time, antique enthusiasts rent close to West Bottoms for a delightful shopping experience. And, renters seeking fashionable outfits at discounted prices often visit Village West at Legends Outlet. Of course, grocery stores - like Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, Consentino's Market and Marsh's Sun Fresh Market -provide convenient shopping options for residents. Kansas City renters also frequent the largest farmers' market in the area - The City Market - which is open every Saturday and Sunday.

Transportation in Kansas City, MO

A car is not needed when renting in the neighborhoods of downtown Kansas City; the Crossroads Arts District; the Power & Light District; the Garment District; or River Market. That's because RideKC maintains the Main MAX rapid transit line. In fact, there are dozens of Main MAX routes to take renters throughout the metropolitan area. RideKC also maintains streetcars and paratransit services for renters with disabilities. Alternatively, the Kansas City Streetcar has a two-mile route with 16 stops that take renters from Crown Center in Midtown Kansas City to the River Market District along Missouri River. RideKC also has a mobile app that allows renters to plan their trips, purchase passes and track their buses in real-time. Plus, Uber and Lyft are offered to renters, and Bird and Lime offer scooter rentals. Lastly, the Kansas City International Airport has shuttle services to downtown and other neighborhoods.

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