Rents in the Kansas City metro are moving higher as 2025 comes to a close, setting the market apart from many large metros where prices are easing.
The Realtor.com® November 2025 Rental Report shows that while the national rental market continues to cool, Kansas City is experiencing renewed upward pressure.
For renters, that means a tighter market and fewer signs of near-term relief.
Kansas City rents rise, but affordability remains relatively stronger
Kansas City, MO posted a 3.2% year-over-year increase in median asking rent for 0- to 2-bedroom units in November, with the average rent clocking in at $1,387…