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

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Knaack Properties
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Knaack Properties

4057 Warwick BlvdKansas City, MO 64111
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Parkway Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

4100 Paseo BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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4218 Harrison
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4218 Harrison

4218 Harrison StKansas City, MO 64110
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Oak Rose
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Rose

4033 OakKansas City, MO 64111
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Brushwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brushwood Apartments

1301 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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1201 Brush Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

1201 Brush Creek

1201 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64110
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Park Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

205 Emanuel Cleaver Ii BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Melbourne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Melbourne Apartments

303 Emanuel Cleaver II BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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BROOKSIDE PLAZA
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

BROOKSIDE PLAZA

4908 Grand AveKansas City, MO 64112
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Ellington Condos
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ellington Condos

4532 BroadwayKansas City, MO 64111
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Seville Plaza
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Seville Plaza

4545 MainKansas City, MO 64111
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4046 McGee St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4046 McGee St

4046 McGee StKansas City, MO 64111
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Flats at Warwick
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Flats at Warwick

4104 Warwick BlvdKansas City, MO 64111
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Plaza 52
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza 52

214-216 Brush Creek BlvdKansas City, MO 64112
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Immanuel Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Immanuel Manor

4200 Tracy AveKansas City, MO 64110
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Hyde Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park Apartments

819-825 E 42nd StKansas City, MO 64110
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4035-4039 CHARLOTTE
1 Bedroom Apartments

4035-4039 CHARLOTTE

4035-4039 Charlotte StKansas City, MO 64110
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Sunset Hill West, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Suntree ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
University MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$739
Forest Court Apartment Homes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775
BROOKSIDE PLAZAS11BR,1BA$795
SouthridgeMidtown1BR,1BA$815
Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Puckett Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$845
4035-4039 CHARLOTTE1B 1B 1F R1BR,1BA$850
Mission Manor ApartmentsLarge 1x11BR,1BA$875
Mission Road StudiosRenovatedStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5120 Paseo Blvd, Unit Apartment 15120 Paseo Blvd2BR,1BA$1.03
Brick House2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
4047 Warwick Blvd, Unit 2nd floor4047 Warwick Blvd3BR,2BA$1.25
PLAZA SQUARE2B 2B GF2BR,2BA$1.20
Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Plaza Point Apartments1x1 850sf1BR,1BA$1.17
The Drake1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Puckett PointeRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Katy and Delilah Plaza Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Forest Court Apartment Homes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.29

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Sunset Hill West, Kansas City, MO

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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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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