Chapel Oaks
3606 NE Independence Ave,
Lee's Summit, MO 64064
2-3 Beds | $1,345 - $1,905
Rental Market Trends in Lee's Summit, MO
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Lee's Summit, MO is $1,455/month.
Rent in Lee's Summit is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.
$1,455/month
Average Rent
721 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.3%
Change / Year
1,218
Available Apartments
Lee's Summit rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Lee's Summit average $1,381 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Lee's Summit average $1,455 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Lee's Summit average $1,694 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Lee's Summit average $2,072 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Lee's Summit, MO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.3%, which averages out to $4 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Lee's Summit, MO
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
10%
$700 - $1,000/month
37%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
44%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
10%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lee's Summit?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Lee's Summit and Longview" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lee's Summit.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lee's Summit?
Based on current rent prices, Longview and Downtown Lee's Summit" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lee's Summit.
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Which Lee's Summit neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Lee's Summit with the most apartments available are Longview and Downtown Lee's Summit" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lee's Summit, MO?
Because the average rent in Lee's Summit is $1,455, you’ll want to make about $4,850 per month or $58,200 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.
How does Lee's Summit, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Lee's Summit, MO 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 Lee's Summit Area GuideStudio
$1,343/month
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One Bedroom
$1,508/month
$1,486/month
Two Bedroom
$1,948/month
$1,838/month
Three Bedroom
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$1,797/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Lee's Summit?
The average rent in Lee's Summit is $1,455 per month, which is 12.5% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Lee's Summit?
The average rent for a house in Lee's Summit, MO is $2,186 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Lee's Summit?
Rents in Lee's Summit, MO are increasing, with prices up 0.3% year-over-year and $4 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Lee's Summit?
In Lee's Summit, MO, 44% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/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 June 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.