
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS from $400 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest area of Kansas City.


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zzBethany Park Plaza
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Redwood Courts Townhomes

spacious 1 bedroom

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Northwest, Kansas City, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $800 | $1,500 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $800 | $1,725 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $1,200 | $1,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Kansas City, KS is a 2 Beds unit found at spacious 1 bedroom priced from $800. zzBethany Park Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| spacious 1 bedroom | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| zzBethany Park Plaza | BP 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Oakwood Garden Apartments | OG 2 Bedroom 825 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| City View at Splitlog | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, KS
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.01 price per square foot Redwood Model at Redwood Courts Townhomes in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Baths-Platinum Model at Stonehedge Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Coronado neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Courts Townhomes | Redwood | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Stonehedge Townhomes | Two Bedroom Two Baths-Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| spacious 1 bedroom | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Oakwood Garden Apartments | OG 2 Bedroom 825 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| City View at Splitlog | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| zzBethany Park Plaza | BP 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest, Kansas City, KS
Ranked #18
Among cities in Kansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest is zzBethany Park Plaza which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Northwest costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Northwest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northwest?
Cheap apartments in Northwest have an average cost of $170 which is $1,205 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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