Kansas City/ Real Estate & Development
Published on January 22, 2020
Renting in Kansas City: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 6700 E. 87th St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Kansas City are hovering around $920. But how does the low-end pricing on a Kansas City rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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4448 Virginia Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $550/month, this 550-square-foot studio apartment, located at 4448 Virginia Ave. in Manheim Park, is 14.1 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Kansas City, which is currently estimated at around $640/month.

Expect to find hardwood flooring, a balcony and both air conditioning and central heating in the apartment. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1808 E. 35th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1808 E. 35th St. in Key Coalition, which, at 650 square feet, is going for $600/month.

The apartment has in-unit laundry. Canine companions are welcome. The listing specifies a $45 nonrefundable application fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address requires a car for most errands, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

8717 Countryshire Lane

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next up is this 900-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental, located at 8717 Countryshire Lane in Park Farms and listed for $615/month.

Amenities offered in the building include additional storage space and outdoor space. In the unit, you'll find a deck. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are permitted. The listing specifies a $100 administrative fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is car-dependent, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(Here's the listing.)

6700 E. 87th St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 6700 E. 87th St. in Oldham Farms, which, with 480 square feet, is going for $650/month.

The building offers a swimming pool. In the unit, expect a fireplace, a dishwasher and a balcony. Both cats and dogs are welcome. Be prepared for a $150 pet fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the listing here.)

616 N.E. 38th St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Finally, over at 616 N.E. 38th St. in River View, there's this 700-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, going for $665/month.

Look for a balcony and a dishwasher in the apartment. Building amenities include on-site laundry and a swimming pool. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. Look out for a $300 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(View the listing here.)


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