Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $500 (42 Rentals)

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The Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village

8239 Forest AveKansas City, MO 64131
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Santa Fe Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Village

8517 Holmes RdKansas 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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Waldo Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waldo Plaza

207-323 W 77th StKansas City, MO 64114
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Windsong Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsong Apartments

100-112 W 103rd StKansas City, MO 64114
Corporate Housing
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Oberon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oberon

220 W 74th StKansas City, MO 64114

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222 Waldo Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 Waldo Flats

222 W 75th StKansas City, MO 64114
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82 West Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

82 West Crossing

8208 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64131
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Corinth Valley
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Corinth Valley

3500 W 83rd StPrairie Village, KS 66208
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Corinth Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Corinth Garden

3917 W 84th StPrairie Village, KS 66207

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 1 Bed unit found at Waldo Heights priced from $762. The Ridge at Chestnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$762
The Ridge at ChestnutGarden StudioStudio,1BA$870
The Brooks at 808Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$895
The Linden1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$900
Riviera ApartmentsHW 1X1C1BR,1BA$900
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$925
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Fountainhead ApartmentsA1 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,053
The Retreat at Woodlands ApartmentsThe Oak Ridge1BR,1BA$1,130
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, MO

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $1.62 price per square foot 1x1 902 sq.ft. Model at Corinth Valley in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $1,457. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the 2 BR x 1 Bath Model at Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes starting at $1,200 with a $1.33 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.
Corinth Valley1x1 902 sq.ft.1BR,1BA$1.62
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.33
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.95
The Retreat at Woodlands ApartmentsThe Oak Ridge1BR,1BA$1.43
Three Fountains ApartmentsBacchus1BR,1BA$1.64
The Linden1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$1.30
Riviera ApartmentsHW 1X1C1BR,1BA$1.29
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The Ridge at ChestnutGarden StudioStudio ,1BA$1.58

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Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Your KC local expert guide to the city's best places to rent near the top tech, healthcare, & engineering employers in the area. Find the perfect apartment neighborhood near Oracle (Cerner), Garmin, Burns & McDonnell, and St. Luke's.

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western Hills, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #180

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

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3.0
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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!

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 $762 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.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

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A KC Experts Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

As a Kansas City native and the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the area, I can confidently say that this city is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to go to school, too.

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Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hey, there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Kansas City, and I’m back with my recommendations for top employers in the area.

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Kansas City BBQ and Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hey there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local guide for Kansas City, and I’m back to show you how to have a great time in this town.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.