Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Kansas City, KS
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Kansas City, KS rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,238/month. Month over month, rents increased 4.3%, showing recent upward movement while the $17 difference from last year remains negligible.
Compared to national trends
Kansas City, KS sits 34.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters with 137 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Kansas City run around $802/month, 1-bedrooms around $925/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,198/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,585/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,500/month. These figures reflect the range renters encounter across bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Kansas City
$1,238/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Kansas City is $1,238 per month as of October 2026. This is 35% below the national average rent, or $662 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Kansas City
137
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Kansas City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Kansas City, KS
Average rent prices in Kansas City have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Kansas City, KS
Rent prices in Kansas City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Kansas City is $1,050, whereas a house costs $1,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Kansas City run $925 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,092.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $802 | 1% |  12% | |
1 bedroom | $925 | 8% | 14% | |
2 bedroom | $1,197 | 4% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,585 | No Change | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | 7% | 39% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bethel Welborn | $1,200 | |
Coronado | $1,395 | |
I 435 West Kc Ks | $1,688 | |
Kensington | $1,189 | |
Muncie Stony Pt | $1,575 | |
Northwest | $1,245 | |
Prairie Piper Kc Ks | $1,995 | |
Riverview | $980 | |
Rosedale | $1,100 | |
Victory Hills | $1,212 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,050 | 1% | 7% | |
Condos | $1,200 | 8% | 12% | |
Houses | $1,450 | 4% | 3% | |
Rooms | $720 | 11% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$802
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
12%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
14%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,197
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,585
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
39%
Rosedale
Average rent
$1,100
I 435 West Kc Ks
Average rent
$1,688
Victory Hills
Average rent
$1,212
Northwest
Average rent
$1,245
Riverview
Average rent
$980
Coronado
Average rent
$1,395
Bethel Welborn
Average rent
$1,200
Muncie Stony Pt
Average rent
$1,575
Kensington
Average rent
$1,189
Prairie Piper Kc Ks
Average rent
$1,995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
12%
Houses
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$720
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Kansas City, KS, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Kansas City, KS compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Kansas City and Gladstone by all bedroom counts and property types.
Kansas City
35%lower than the national median
32%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Kansas City, KS is 4% lower than the median rent in Gladstone, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,289
3%$1,395
$1,200
1%$1,350
4%$1,831
5%$1,572
13%$1,435
2%$1,895
19%$1,895
22%$1,262
1%$1,295
7%$1,695
6%Cost of living in Kansas City, KS
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 14% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 16% lower |
| Housing | 14% lower |
| Transportation | 15% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Kansas City, KS
1d ago
4148 Booth Pl, Kansas City, KS 66103
1–2 beds
1 bath
$725–$955
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3h ago
2100 N 57th St, Kansas City, KS 66104
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$799–$1,199
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
22h ago
301 N 70th Ter, Kansas City, KS 66112
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$805–$1,280
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1006 Forest Ct, Kansas City, KS 66103
2 beds
1 bath
$845–$920
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
11403 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS 66109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,279–$2,979
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 28
2d ago
3838 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66103
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
3133 Eaton St, Kansas City, KS 66103
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 14
5d+ ago
Rosedale house for rent in Kansas City
748 Seminary St #NA, Kansas City, KS 66103
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Aug 25
5h ago
Verified
1204 N 94th St, Kansas City, KS 66112
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,274–$5,068
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2312 Victoria Dr, Kansas City, KS 66106
2–3 beds
1 bath
$965–$1,125
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
6135 Farrow Ave, Kansas City, KS 66104
2 beds
1 bath
$1,189
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Riverview house for rent in Kansas City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
2312 Victoria Dr, Kansas City, KS 66106
2–3 beds
1 bath
$965–$1,125
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
7842 Everett Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,049
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,696
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 8
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 28
5h ago
Verified
1204 N 94th St, Kansas City, KS 66112
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,274–$5,068
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2312 Victoria Dr, Kansas City, KS 66106
2–3 beds
1 bath
$965–$1,125
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
7842 Everett Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112
3 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
4h ago
4117 Adams St, Kansas City, KS 66103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Kansas City, KS
Quick answers to common questions about the Kansas City rental market.
How much is rent in Kansas City?
The average rent in Kansas City is $1,238 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Kansas City?
Average rent prices in Kansas City have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Kansas City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Kansas City is 35% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $662 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Kansas City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Kansas City are Riverview ($980/mo), Rosedale ($1,100/mo), and Kensington ($1,189/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Kansas City?
To comfortably afford rent in Kansas City, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Kansas City?
December and February offer the best rental deals in Kansas City, with rents running about 12% lower than the July peak season.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).