
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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City Hall Place

City View at Splitlog
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2837 N 42nd St
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 | $1,152 | $849 | $1,500 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $800 | $1,725 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,200 | $1,550 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at City View at Splitlog priced from $1,150. Turtle Hill Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,159. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Kansas City, KS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View at Splitlog | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| City Hall Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Redwood Courts Townhomes | Redwood | 3BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Stonehedge Townhomes | Two Bedroom Two Baths-Gold Package | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, KS
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.06 price per square foot 503 N 6th St Model at 503 N 6th St, Unit 2 in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the Redwood Model at Redwood Courts Townhomes starting at $1,375 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Kensington 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 503 N 6th St, Unit 2 | 503 N 6th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Redwood Courts Townhomes | Redwood | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Stonehedge Townhomes | Two Bedroom Two Baths-Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| City Hall Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Turtle Hill Townhomes | Tax Credit 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| City View at Splitlog | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest, Kansas City, KS
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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 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 $224 which is $1,151 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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