5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Centrally located
- Updated 2 bedroom apartment
Location
901 Benton Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64127, USA|Lykins
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Property Overview
This updated 2-bedroom apartment is centrally located and offers an excellent overall living experience, evidenced by its high ratings: 8 out of 10 for amenities and 9 out of 10 for both price and location. With a trustworthiness rating of 7, the property provides a reliable and detailed description for potential renters. Additionally, its value per square foot places it in the 100th percentile compared to similar properties, emphasizing its competitive standing in the market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $1,202 /mo | 1 unit available | Centrally located updated 2 bedroom apartment home available immediately! $1,200 rent with tenant paying gas and electric. Easy hi-way access. Bus stop located at corner. |
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About Updated 2 Bedroom Apartments
Centrally located updated 2 bedroom apartment home available immediately! $1,200 rent with tenant paying gas and electric. Easy hi-way access. Bus stop located at corner.
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Updated 2 Bedroom Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Updated 2 Bedroom 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.
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.
Updated 2 Bedroom 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, Updated 2 Bedroom 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.
Updated 2 Bedroom 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 Updated 2 Bedroom 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.
Updated 2 Bedroom 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.
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 Updated 2 Bedroom Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 81 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Lykins
2-bedroom apartments at Updated 2 Bedroom Apartments cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lykins.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Lykins
Kansas City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,300 |
| March 2024 | $1,326 |
| April 2024 | $1,340 |
| May 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,330 |
| July 2024 | $1,325 |
| August 2024 | $1,313 |
| September 2024 | $1,321 |
| October 2024 | $1,300 |
| November 2024 | $1,315 |
| December 2024 | $1,308 |
| January 2025 | $1,347 |
| February 2025 | $1,339 |
| March 2025 | $1,365 |
| April 2025 | $1,362 |
| May 2025 | $1,355 |
| June 2025 | $1,375 |
| July 2025 | $1,346 |
| August 2025 | $1,350 |
| September 2025 | $1,355 |
| October 2025 | $1,355 |
| November 2025 | $1,365 |
| December 2025 | $1,376 |
| January 2026 | $1,377 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,100 |
| April 2024 | $1,037 |
| May 2024 | $981 |
| June 2024 | $904 |
| July 2024 | $889 |
| August 2024 | $875 |
| October 2024 | $946 |
| November 2024 | $953 |
| December 2024 | $925 |
| January 2025 | $931 |
| February 2025 | $925 |
| March 2025 | $950 |
| April 2025 | $950 |
| May 2025 | $932 |
| June 2025 | $1,067 |
| July 2025 | $1,100 |
| August 2025 | $1,100 |
| September 2025 | $1,089 |
| October 2025 | $1,030 |
| November 2025 | $1,021 |
| January 2026 | $995 |
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Can I afford to live at 901 Benton Blvd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$48,080/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,080 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,202.
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Schools near Updated 2 Bedroom Apartments
Whittier Elementary School
1012 bales
kansas city, MO, 64127
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Neighborhood
Lykins | Kansas City, MO
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Kansas City near 901 Benton Blvd
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 901 Benton Blvd, Kansas City
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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