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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern finishes
  • Updated spacious apartments
  • Dedicated parking lot

Location

1150 E 51st St, Kansas City, MO 64110, USA|Eastern 49-63
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Management

Courtyard on Maple

Leasing office

(816) 365-3606

Property Overview

University Towers Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience, with an 8 out of 10 Zumper Expert Rating backed by standout location, value, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. It also features modern finishes, updated spacious apartments, and a dedicated parking lot, while its 10 photos and strong value per square foot add to its appeal.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, University Towers Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Towers 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
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2/22 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$1,595–$1,745 /mo

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Amenities for University Towers Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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Units9

About University Towers Apartments

HomeApartments in Kansas CityEastern 49-63 University Towers Apartments

Welcome to University Towers Apartments. Updated, spacious apartments with a dedicated parking lot in a convenient Kansas City location near the Country Club Plaza, UMKC, Rockhurst University, parks, restaurants, and public transit. Each unit offers comfortable living space, modern finishes, and easy access to everything Midtown/KC has to offer. Great for students, professionals, or anyone looking for a clean, well-located place to call home.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, University Towers Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Towers 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 University Towers Apartments
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.
University Towers Apartments 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, University Towers Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
University Towers 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 University Towers 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.
University Towers 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.

University Towers Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 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 University Towers Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 199 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 2.7 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Eastern 49-63

2-bedroom apartments at University Towers Apartments cost about 29% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Eastern 49-63.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Eastern 49-63
Kansas City
A table of studio rental data trends in Kansas City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$950
December 2024$952
January 2025$940
February 2025$961
March 2025$957
April 2025$953
May 2025$981
June 2025$961
July 2025$972
August 2025$950
September 2025$951
October 2025$950
November 2025$950
December 2025$960
January 2026$980
February 2026$986
March 2026$993
April 2026$989
May 2026$991
June 2026$982
July 2026$987
August 2026$992
September 2026$995
October 2026$995
November 2026$995
A table of studio rental data trends in Eastern 49-63
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$850
April 2025$850
May 2025$798
June 2025$750
July 2025$739
August 2025$739
October 2025$739

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near University Towers Apartments

Ability KC - Mary Shaw Branton Therapeutic Preschool

3101 main st

kansas city, MO, 64111

PKPublic

R.J. DeLano Alternative School

3708 linwood

kansas city, MO, 64128

PK, K-12Public

Hale Cook Elementary School

7302 pennsylvania

kansas city, MO, 64114

PK, K-6Public
B

Three Trails Preschool

8812 e gregory

raytown, MO, 64133

PKPublic

Cassell Park Elementary School

10401 east 31st st south

independence, MO, 64052

PK, K-5Public
C
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Neighborhood

Eastern 49-63 | Kansas City, MO

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

Getting around Kansas City near 1150 E 51st St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1150 E 51st St, Kansas City

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1150 E 51st St

Whole Foods Market
301 E 51st St
Metro Thriftway
1616 E 63rd St
Cosentino's Market
14 W 62nd Ter
ALDI
6415 Troost Ave
AR Razaaq Food Pantry
3670 Troost Ave
The Rack Clothing Essentials
1122 E 47th Ter
Ziggy Fashion
4700 Virginia Ave
Red Hare Leather
4606 Tracy Ave
George Lifestyle Store
315 E 55th St
Peruvian Connection
335 E 55th St
Starbucks
5100 Cherry St
The Fountain Room
301 E 51st St
WFM Coffee Bar
301 E 51st St
Crow's Coffee
304 E 51st St
Nekter Juice Bar
4800 Main St
The Fountain Room
301 E 51st St
Bob's Bar & Grill
5709 Troost Ave
Ceuh
323 E 55th St
The Peanut
5000 Main St
New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar
4928 Main St
Einstein Bros Bagels
1100 Rockhurst Rd
Einstein Bros Bagels
5000 Holmes St
Blackhole Bakery
5531 Troost Ave
Andre's Confiserie Suisse-Kansas City Store
5018 Main St
New York Butcher Shoppe & Wine Bar
4928 Main St
Playground
Garden
Thomas J. Kiely Park
Linda Hall Library Arboretum
Kauffman Legacy Park
Go Chicken Go
5101 Troost Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
1100 Rockhurst Rd
Show Me Showdown
4934 Forest Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
5000 Holmes St
Tiki Taco
5400 Troost Ave
Troost / 51st
Troost
Troost / 51st
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Troost / 51st SB
Metcalf-Plaza
Troost / 52nd
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