Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (26 Rentals)

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The Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village

8239 Forest AveKansas City, MO 64131
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Legacy Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Apartments

1318 E 89th StKansas City, MO 64131
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Riviera Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Apartments

9800 Cherry StKansas City, MO 64131
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Sonder
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sonder

1500 Meadow Lake PkyKansas City, MO 64114
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Western Hills, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Legacy Apartments priced from $695. Santa Fe Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio,1BA$730
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$740
Life at Legacy Fountains1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom D1BR,1BA$850
The Ridge at ChestnutTower One Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
The Brooks at 808Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$895
Riviera ApartmentsHW 1X1C1BR,1BA$900
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$925
Windsong ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Fountainhead ApartmentsA1 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,038

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, MO

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $1.32 price per square foot Seville 8 Model at Three Fountains Apartments in the in the Legacy East neighborhood starting from $1,505. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the The Cedar Crest Model at The Retreat at Woodlands Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Legacy East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Three Fountains ApartmentsSeville 82BR,2.5BA$1.32
The Retreat at Woodlands ApartmentsThe Cedar Crest2BR,2BA$1.12
Wornall Place Apartments & Townhomes2x2Apt2BR,2BA$1.26
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.33
Waldo PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
The Ridge at ChestnutGarden One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Windsong ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$1.30
Riviera ApartmentsHW 1X1C1BR,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western Hills, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #137

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Missouri, including Kansas City. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Western Hills Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment is $740 at Waldo Heights.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Western Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western Hills is starting from $823 at Waldo Heights.

What is the most affordable Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Fe Village and starts from $1,300.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.