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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
$1,211
1 bed
$1,346
2 beds
$1,725
3+ beds
$2,050
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 $1,346, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,725.

Rent rates updated 27 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
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Waldo
Waldo
What it’s like to live in Waldo
Neighborhood charm defines Waldo, where this established Kansas City district centers around the walkable 75th Street shopping corridor. Rental options include classic Kansas City bungalows and smaller apartment buildings with more character than newer suburban alternatives. The area offers excellent access to both Trolley Track Trail recreation and the Country Club Plaza, creating an ideal balance between practical amenities and residential character at more moderate rates than comparable properties in Brookside or Prairie Village.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Marlborough Heights Marlborough Pride
Marlborough Heights Marlborough Pride
What it’s like to live in Marlborough Heights Marlborough Pride
Emerging value defines these adjacent communities, where Kansas City's east side offers more affordable alternatives to rapidly appreciating central districts. Most rentals feature more generous space than comparable urban options, while the strategic positioning provides direct access to both downtown employment and eastern suburbs without excessive commutes in either direction. Though some blocks show varied investment levels, community-driven initiatives continue improving local amenities, while the area's affordability enables middle-income households to achieve housing stability increasingly difficult in rapidly appreciating neighborhoods requiring substantial financial compromises despite offering minimal improvements beyond location advantages.
Great for
Affluent Families
Luxury Renters
Professionals
Retirees
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential

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Cost of Living in Kansas City, MO [2024]

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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."

Overall60%
Commute time90%
Affordability80%
Dating60%
Pet friendly60%
Safety40%
Public transit40%
Recreation40%
Weather30%
Taxes30%
Career10%
Schools10%
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