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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Private patio/balcony
  • Sparkling swimming pool
  • Off-street parking
  • Plush carpeting
  • On-site laundry center

Location

9800 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64131, USA|Willow Creek
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Property Overview

Riviera Apartments earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with an 8.8 overall Zumper Expert Rating, a 10/10 price rating, and a 10/10 amenities rating. It also offers air conditioning, off-street parking, a private patio/balcony, a sparkling swimming pool, plush carpeting, and an on-site laundry center, plus 28 photos and a standout value per square foot. It is noted for pet friendliness and convenient access to nearby schools.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Riviera Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Riviera Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Riviera Apartments - StudioStudio1 bath500 sqft$825 /mo
Riviera Apartments - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath900 sqft$900 /mo
Riviera Apartments - Two Bedrooms One Bath2 bed1 bath900 sqft$955 /mo
Riviera Apartments - Two Bedrooms2 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$1,237 /mo
Riviera Apartments - Three Bedrooms3 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$1,395 /mo

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Amenities for Riviera Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCeiling Fan

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site Management
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Riviera Apartments

HomeApartments in Kansas CityWillow Creek Riviera Apartments

End your search here at Riviera Apartments, a vibrant rental community of studios, and 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Kansas City, Missouri. Each of our pet-friendly apartments comes with a refrigerator, washer/dryer connections, air conditioning, private patio/balcony, plush carpeting, and extra storage spaces. You’ll also enjoy our sparkling swimming pool, on-site laundry center, beautiful courtyard, off-street parking, a dedicated on-site management and leasing team, and an on-site maintenance team for maintenance-free living. Come and make yourself at home in Riviera Apartments.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Riviera Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Riviera Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Riviera Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Riviera Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Riviera Apartments 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.
Riviera Apartments 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 Riviera Apartments 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.
Riviera Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

The office staff have always been extremely helpful. There is a real sense of community. The security doors at the entrances, video surveillance and 24/7 security are very reassuring that they take our safety seriously. I have recommended this community to several friends over the years. Great maintenance staff, always there when you need them and willing to do what it takes to fix the problem.

Megan C

Megan C

Jan 24, 2020

Ceyla, the manager in the office is great. She is very friendly and is great with problem resolving. She gets the job done and is a very helpful person. I know that whatever issues this apartment complex has, they will get resolved quickly .

Christina Cunningham

Christina Cunningham

Mar 19, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Riviera Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Riviera Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Extra storage
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Willow Creek

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% lower than 1-bedrooms in Willow Creek.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Riviera Apartments to be 22% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Willow Creek.

3-bedroom apartments at Riviera Apartments cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Willow Creek.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Willow Creek
Kansas City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Kansas City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,105
December 2024$1,126
January 2025$1,105
February 2025$1,088
March 2025$1,118
April 2025$1,115
May 2025$1,107
June 2025$1,117
July 2025$1,111
August 2025$1,109
September 2025$1,126
October 2025$1,113
November 2025$1,108
December 2025$1,101
January 2026$1,114
February 2026$1,134
March 2026$1,136
April 2026$1,132
May 2026$1,137
June 2026$1,139
July 2026$1,156
August 2026$1,165
September 2026$1,153
October 2026$1,148
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Willow Creek
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,011
December 2024$940
January 2025$932
February 2025$932
March 2025$943
April 2025$935
May 2025$938
June 2025$913
July 2025$1,006
August 2025$998
September 2025$998
October 2025$998
November 2025$1,002
December 2025$1,030
January 2026$1,038
February 2026$1,038
March 2026$1,056
April 2026$1,075
May 2026$1,053
June 2026$1,059
July 2026$1,062
August 2026$1,059
September 2026$1,096
October 2026$1,073

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Can I afford to live at 9800 Cherry St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near Riviera Apartments

Indian Creek Elementary School

9801 grand

kansas city, MO, 64114

K-5Public
C

Yellowjacket Early Learning Center

8817 wornall rd

kansas city, MO, 64114

PKPublic

Dale M. Thompson/Trails West School

4800 grandview rd

kansas city, MO, 64137

K-12Public

Three Trails Preschool

8812 e gregory

raytown, MO, 64133

PKPublic

Ability KC - Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool

3101 main st

kansas city, MO, 64111

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Willow Creek | Kansas City, MO

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

Getting around Kansas City near 9800 Cherry St

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.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 9800 Cherry St, Kansas City

Groceries

4/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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