Dutch Hill Apartments
Welcome to Dutch Hill
Welcome to The Historic Residences at Dutch Hill, a residential community featuring studio, one and two bedroom apartments in Kansas City, MO. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Are you looking for an apartment for rent in Kansas City, MO?
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Quick Highlights:
Beds
Studio - 2 Bedrooms
Baths
1 - 2
Square Feet
500 - 1,100
Apartment Amenities
- Stove/Range
- Refrigerator
- In-Unit Washer/Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Off Street Parking
Pet Policy
- Cats & Dogs Allowed
- $200 Pet Deposit
Rental Terms
- $75 Application Fee
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Floor Plans
| Floor Plan | Bed | Bath |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0 | 1 |
| 1 Bedroom | 1 | 1 |
| 2 Bedroom | 2 | 1 |
| 2 Bedroom | 2 | 2 |
Studio Apartment
- Spacious studio apartments feature full kitchens, with ample cabinet storage, including dishwasher, large walk-in closet and in-unit laundry.
- Newly remodeled bathrooms with sliding glass surrounds.
- Multi-configuration, perfect for work-from-home or professionals needing centrally located living.
- Off-street parking available
One Bedroom, One Bath Apartment
- These one bedroom, one bathroom apartments provide spacious bedrooms with full kitchen; including ample cabinet storage. Large living room and attached dining, give a light airy view.
- Walk-in closet include in-unit laundry. Bonus, outdoor space with large porch/balcony, perfect for enjoying warm evenings and plants.
- Off-street parking available.
Two Bedroom, One Bath Apartment
- Two-bedroom, one bathroom units provide large family rooms, separated dining space, full kitchen with bar. Bedrooms provide separate closets, with ample space and lighting.
- Bonus outdoor space in the form of a porch/balcony provide comfort and space for plants and relaxation.
- Off-street parking available.
Two Bedroom, Two Bath Apartment
- Two-bedroom, two-bath apartments provide the comfort of separated bathrooms, two spacious bedrooms, large family room with walk-out patio/balcony. A full kitchen with ample cabinet space and dishwasher. Perfect for small family or room-mate living.
- Off-street parking available.
A CENTURY OF HISTORY
Historical Overview
Dutch Hill Apartments – originally known as the Rockford Apartments – is a three-story historic apartment building in Kansas City’s Longfellow/Dutch Hill neighborhood. Completed in
1912, it exemplifies the
“colonnade” apartment style popular for middle-class housing in early 20th-century Kansas City. Its red-brick facade with Classical Revival details – notably the three-story front porch supported by brick piers and Ionic columns – gave the building a stately, elegant character. The name “Rockford” is still carved in stone above the front entrance, harkening back to its original identity even as it’s now marketed as the Historic Residences at Dutch Hill.
Owner
Anna Graham, who is listed as a saleslady in the 1912 city directory​ a striking example of a woman investing in real estate during that era.
Kansas City in 1912: A Growing City & “Dutch Hill” Neighborhood
The neighborhood’s nickname
“Dutch Hill” dates back to Kansas City’s German immigrant community – “Dutch” a local twist on Deutsch, meaning German​.
By the time the Rockford Apartments opened in 1912, Dutch Hill was an up-and-coming enclave for white-collar workers. The building’s construction also coincided with the growth of nearby
Hospital Hill and
Union Hill areas, as well as the development of other apartment clusters in Midtown. In this context, these residences stood out as a fashionable address offering modern apartments with shared amenities and architectural style that conveyed stability and prestige for its tenants.
Notable Events and Legacy
By being saved and restored, the Dutch Hill Apartments also illustrate the power of historic preservation. The 2007 National Register listing and the subsequent rehabilitation not only saved the building from potential demolition, but also spurred wider reinvestment in the Longfellow/Dutch Hill neighborhood. Today, the building stands as a blend of old and new: its exterior proudly displays 1912 architecture, while inside it offers updated apartments for 21st-century tenants. This continuity ensures that the Dutch Hill Apartments remain a living part of Kansas City’s history.
Contact Us:
913-392-9818
Dutch Hill Apartments
900 E. 29th Street
Kansas City, MO 64109
