
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Hill West Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (111 Rentals)
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4908 Brookside Blvd

The Edgemere

Plaza Apartment Center

Katy and Delilah Plaza Living

Roanoke Apartments

The Majestic

Casa Loma

Plaza Point Apartments

Broadway 46 Apartments
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Alton Heights

BLVD 64

The Drake

5106 Baltimore Ave

Brookside Commons

The Stones

5318-5320 Rockhill Rd

The Maxwell

4329 Roanoke Pkwy

Fountain View on the Plaza
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4012 Oak St, Unit 64111

Knaack Properties

Parkway Apartments

4218 Harrison

Oak Rose

Brushwood Apartments

z-103125-Vanderbilt Place E 42nd

4201-4205 Harrison St
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1201 Brush Creek

Park Plaza Apartments

Melbourne Apartments

Marlborough Apartments

Highland Apartments/AC Equity, LLC

The Bluffs at Brush Creek

z-051524-Afton Apartments

BROOKSIDE PLAZA

Rockhill Terrace Apartments

Ellington Condos
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Seville Plaza

4046 McGee St

Flats at Warwick

z-103125-Watkins Place - 1215 Brush Creek

Plaza 52

5314-5320 Rockhill Rd

Remodeled 2 Bed 1 Bath

Immanuel Manor

Hyde Park Apartments

4035-4039 CHARLOTTE
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Sunset Hill West, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Hill West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hill West Studio Apartments | $1,234 | $735 | $3,437 |
| Sunset Hill West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $775 | $3,754 |
| Sunset Hill West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $910 | $5,331 |
| Sunset Hill West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,200 | $5,357 |
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There are currently 111 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Hill West Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Hill West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Hill West area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Suntree Apartments priced from $735. University Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Sunset Hill West apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suntree Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| University Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Forest Court Apartment Homes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| BROOKSIDE PLAZA | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Southridge | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Puckett Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 4035-4039 CHARLOTTE | 1B 1B 1F R | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Mission Manor Apartments | Large 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mission Road Studios | Renovated | Studio,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hill West, MO
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hill West area is the $1.03 price per square foot 5120 Paseo Blvd Model at 5120 Paseo Blvd, Unit Apartment 1 in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Sunset Hill West apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Brick House starting at $1,295 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Hill West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5120 Paseo Blvd, Unit Apartment 1 | 5120 Paseo Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Brick House | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 4047 Warwick Blvd, Unit 2nd floor | 4047 Warwick Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| PLAZA SQUARE | 2B 2B GF | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Drake | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Puckett Pointe | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Katy and Delilah Plaza Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Forest Court Apartment Homes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunset Hill West, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hill West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset Hill West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset Hill West is at Suntree Apartments listed at $735.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Hill West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Hill West Apartment is $750 at Suntree Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Hill West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Hill West is starting from $910 at Suntree Apartments.
What is the most affordable Sunset Hill West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunset Hill West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Baltimore Townhomes and starts from $1,995.
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