Legend Oaks Gated Community
7645 Garfield Ct,
Kansas City, KS 66112
2-3 Beds | $1,150 - $1,400
Rental Market Trends in Kansas City, KS
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Kansas City, KS is $1,097/month.
Rent in Kansas City is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,097/month
Average Rent
697 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3%
Change / Year
4,068
Available Apartments
Kansas City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Kansas City average $988 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Kansas City average $1,097 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Kansas City average $1,246 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Kansas City average $1,518 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Kansas City, KS?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3%, which averages out to $34 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Kansas City, KS
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
8%
Below $700/month
41%
$700 - $1,000/month
38%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
1%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kansas City?
Based on current rent prices, Kensington, Northwest and Riverview are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kansas City.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kansas City?
Based on current rent prices, Armourdale, Prairie/Piper-KC-KS and I-435 West KC-KS are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kansas City.
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Which Kansas City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Kansas City with the most apartments available are Rosedale, I-435 West KC-KS and Armourdale .
Neighborhood
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kansas City, KS?
Because the average rent in Kansas City is $1,097, you’ll want to make about $3,656 per month or $43,872 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Kansas City, KS is 11.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Kansas City is 14.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $988 - $1,518. You can expect to pay 2.9% less for groceries, 2.4% less for utilities, and 13.1% less for transportation.
How does Kansas City, KS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kansas City, KS to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Kansas City Area GuideStudio
$550/month
$1,089/month
One Bedroom
$746/month
$1,414/month
Two Bedroom
$871/month
$1,805/month
Three Bedroom
$1,506/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Edwardsville
Avg Rent: $916/month
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Parkville
Avg Rent: $1,224/month
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Riverside
Avg Rent: $865/month
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Bonner Springs
Avg Rent: $1,301/month
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Merriam
Avg Rent: $1,344/month
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Shawnee
Avg Rent: $1,194/month
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Mission
Avg Rent: $1,223/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Kansas City?
The average rent in Kansas City is $1,097 per month, which is 34.1% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Kansas City?
The average rent for a house in Kansas City, KS is $1,910 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Kansas City?
The average rent for a townhome in Kansas City, KS is $1,643 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Kansas City?
The average rent for a condo in Kansas City, KS is $1,317 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Kansas City?
Rents in Kansas City, KS are increasing, with prices up 3.0% year-over-year and $34 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Kansas City?
In Kansas City, KS, 41% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.