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Apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO

Living in Kansas City

Kansas City offers Midwestern hospitality paired with urban sophistication. Renters can explore vibrant neighborhoods like Crossroads Arts District or Westport for trendy apartments near art galleries and nightlife. Families often settle in areas like Brookside or Prairie Village for their charming homes and community feel. Known as the “City of Fountains,” Kansas City provides plenty of green spaces alongside a growing job market in tech, healthcare, and manufacturing industries.
Life in Kansas City
Average rental prices
Studio
$1,186
1 bed
$1,343
2 beds
$1,735
3+ beds
$2,068
Great for
Young professionals in tech/manufacturing industries
Families seeking affordability with green spaces
Food lovers

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Rental pricing trends in Kansas City

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Kansas City is $1,343, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,735.

Rent rates updated 8 days ago. Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List.

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Top neighborhoods

Blue Hills
Blue Hills
What it’s like to live in Blue Hills
Blue Hills offers affordable homes with historic character in eastern Kansas City. Rental properties typically include more yard space than similarly priced options in trendier districts. The neighborhood provides good access to both Troo Blue Park recreation and the developing Prospect Avenue corridor, with ongoing community initiatives creating positive momentum in this transitioning area.
Great for
Affluent Families
Luxury Renters
Professionals
Retirees
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential
Ivanhoe Southeast
Ivanhoe Southeast
What it’s like to live in Ivanhoe Southeast
Evolving opportunity defines Ivanhoe Southeast, where this eastern Kansas City neighborhood continues developing with new investment and revitalization efforts. Rental homes typically include more yard space and square footage than similarly priced options in trendier districts. While the neighborhood provides good access to both downtown employment and the developing Prospect Avenue corridor, some blocks remain in various stages of transition requiring local knowledge. Well-suited for urban pioneers who recognize neighborhoods on an upward trajectory before prices reflect the coming changes.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Fairwood And Robandee
Fairwood And Robandee
What it’s like to live in Fairwood And Robandee
First-time renters find exceptional value in Fairwood and Robandee, where mid-century ranch homes and garden apartments offer significantly more space than urban options without sacrificing easy access to both downtown KC and suburban employment centers. The neighborhood's mature trees provide natural cooling during Midwest summers, while the wider streets make winter parking less stressful than in older districts. Many rentals include finished basements – perfect for home offices or additional living space beyond your square footage calculations. The nearby Minor Park Golf Course creates unexpected green space in this urban setting, while Trailside Center hosts community events from farmers markets to holiday celebrations creating connection opportunities beyond your immediate neighbors.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

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Renter Satisfaction

Apartment List has released Kansas City’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Kansas City renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love Kansas City, some aspects can be better."

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Commute time90%
Affordability80%
Dating60%
Pet friendly60%
Safety40%
Public transit40%
Recreation40%
Weather30%
Taxes30%
Career10%
Schools10%
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