The Backyard at One North
1770 Diamond Pky,
North Kansas City, MO 64116
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Rental Market Trends in North Kansas City, MO
Updated September 2026
The average rent in North Kansas City, MO is $1,405/month.
Rent in North Kansas City is 16% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,405/month
Average Rent
775 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7.7%
Change / Year
693
Available Apartments
North Kansas City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in North Kansas City average $1,050 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in North Kansas City average $1,405 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in North Kansas City average $1,532 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in North Kansas City average $1,509 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in North Kansas City, MO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7.7%, which averages out to $109 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in North Kansas City, MO
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
13%
$700 - $1,000/month
53%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in North Kansas City?
Based on current rent prices, Lowell Place is the most affordable neighborhood in North Kansas City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in North Kansas City?
Based on current rent prices, Lowell Place is the most expensive neighborhood in North Kansas City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which North Kansas City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in North Kansas City with the most apartments available is Lowell Place .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in North Kansas City, MO?
Because the average rent in North Kansas City is $1,405, you’ll want to make about $4,683 per month or $56,196 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 North Kansas City, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare North Kansas City, 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 North Kansas City Area GuideStudio
$1,072/month
$1,072/month
One Bedroom
$1,420/month
$1,420/month
Two Bedroom
$1,633/month
$1,633/month
Three Bedroom
$1,581/month
$1,581/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in North Kansas City?
The average rent in North Kansas City is $1,405 per month, which is 15.6% lower than the national average of $1,665.
Are rents going up or down in North Kansas City?
Rents in North Kansas City, MO are increasing, with prices up 7.7% year-over-year and $109 more per month.
What rent range is most common in North Kansas City?
In North Kansas City, MO, 53% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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.