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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

6451 Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66202, USA
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(844) 311-7019 ext. 6930

Property Overview

With a Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, this property in Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is an appealing choice for renters, highlighting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities. Notable features such as on-site laundry, covered parking, and a pet-friendly environment enhance the living experience, while a location rating of 9 underscores its proximity to essential services, including grocery stores and schools. Overall, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, supported by 44 detailed photos for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kansas City - Shawnee Mission has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Package service

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Plan AStudio1 bath270 sqft$1,323 /mo

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Amenities for Kansas City - Shawnee Mission

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDining and Cooking Utensils
KitchenModern Lighting
Premium BeddingUpdated Bathrooms
Workspace

Appliances

Iron

Tech

Flat Screen TV'sPremium Cable Package Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingPet-Friendly Community

Services

Breakfast/Coffee ConciergeConcierge Service
Free Local CallsPackage Service
VoiceMailWireless Internet Access
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About Kansas City - Shawnee Mission

HomeApartments in Merriam Kansas City - Shawnee Mission

Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is a Merriam Apartment located at 6451 E Frontage Rd. The property features a Studio rental unit available starting at $1323. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kansas City - Shawnee Mission has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Kansas City - Shawnee Mission
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Kansas City - Shawnee Mission stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Kansas City - Shawnee Mission stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Kansas City - Shawnee Mission does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Kansas City - Shawnee Mission provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Kansas City - Shawnee Mission is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Kansas City - Shawnee Mission compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Merriam

studio apartments at Kansas City - Shawnee Mission cost about 21% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Merriam.

Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Merriam
A table of studio rental data trends in Merriam
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,050
December 2023$1,050
January 2024$1,050
February 2024$1,016
March 2024$1,025
April 2024$1,047
May 2024$1,122
June 2024$1,122
July 2024$1,074
August 2024$1,060
September 2024$1,117
October 2024$1,105
November 2024$1,065
December 2024$1,128
January 2025$1,062
February 2025$1,062
March 2025$1,107
April 2025$1,173
May 2025$1,173
June 2025$1,135
July 2025$1,128
August 2025$1,189
September 2025$1,157
October 2025$1,108
November 2025$1,095

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$52,920/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,920 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,323.
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Schools near Kansas City - Shawnee Mission

Crestview Elementary School

6101 craig st

shawnee mission, KS, 66202

PK, K-6Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Merriam near 6451 Frontage Rd

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 6451 Frontage Rd, Merriam

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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