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Rental Market Trends in Shawnee Mission, KS

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Shawnee Mission, KS is $1,281/month.

Rent in Shawnee Mission is 23% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,281/month

Average Rent

875 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5.8%

Change / Year

5,205

Available Apartments

Shawnee Mission rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Shawnee Mission average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Shawnee Mission average $1,281 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Shawnee Mission average $1,642 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Shawnee Mission average $2,896 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,281/month
875 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,642/month
1,275 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,896/month
2,076 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$668/month
132 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,427/month
809 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,040/month
1,292 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,065/month
2,252 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,140/month
626 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,507/month
921 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,009/month
1,503 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,744/month
1,108 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,155/month
1,475 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Shawnee Mission, KS?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5.8%, which averages out to $75 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Shawnee Mission, KS

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Shawnee Mission, KS
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
67% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
33% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Shawnee Mission, KS?

Because the average rent in Shawnee Mission is $1,281, you’ll want to make about $4,270 per month or $51,240 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.

City

Shawnee Mission, KS

5,205 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Shawnee Mission, KS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Shawnee Mission, 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.

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Apartment Averages

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    Olathe

    Avg Rent: $1,260/month

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    Overland Park

    Avg Rent: $1,378/month

  • Shawnee

    Shawnee

    Avg Rent: $1,195/month

  • Merriam

    Merriam

    Avg Rent: $1,344/month

  • Prairie Village

    Prairie Village

    Avg Rent: $1,588/month

  • Leawood

    Leawood

    Avg Rent: $1,786/month

  • Mission

    Mission

    Avg Rent: $1,221/month

Apartment Communities in Shawnee Mission We Think You'll Love

The Oslo KC

The Oslo KC

13500 Antioch Rd,
Overland Park, KS 66221

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,486 - $3,774

Willow Creek

Willow Creek

201 W 99th Ter,
Kansas City, MO 64114

1-3 Beds | $939 - $2,112

The Hudson

The Hudson

3600 Rainbow Blvd,
Kansas City, KS 66103

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,402 - $3,122

Senate at The Crosswalks

Senate at The Crosswalks

1025 E Armour Blvd,
Kansas City, MO 64109

Studio - 2 Beds | $975 - $1,835

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Shawnee Mission?

The average rent in Shawnee Mission is $1,281 per month, which is 23.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Shawnee Mission?

The average rent for a house in Shawnee Mission, KS is $2,040 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Shawnee Mission?

The average rent for a townhome in Shawnee Mission, KS is $1,744 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Shawnee Mission?

The average rent for a condo in Shawnee Mission, KS is $1,140 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Shawnee Mission?

Rents in Shawnee Mission, KS are increasing, with prices up 5.8% year-over-year and $75 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Shawnee Mission?

In Shawnee Mission, KS, 67% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Kansas Shawnee Mission Rental Trends

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.

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