
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (36 Rentals)
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3022 McGEE

The Yards

West Side Lofts

Atlas

Signal Hill Studios

1989 Main

Union Hill on Main

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KC Loft Collection

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Arterra KC Alton Collection

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Luxe at Union Hill

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The Moxie on Union Hill

z-123124-Studios on Broadway

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60 E 32nd St

The Helm
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Westside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Studio Apartments | $1,395 | $925 | $2,622 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $895 | $5,715 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $881 | $8,078 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,741 | $2,259 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside area of Kansas City, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Villa del Sol Apartments priced from $881. The Yards has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa del Sol Apartments | 2 Bedroom TH*** | 2BR,1BA | $881 |
| The Yards | S1 | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Helm | S1-1 | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Signal Hill Studios | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Union Hill on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,127 |
| KC Loft Collection | Library Lofts - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| West Side Lofts | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Arterra KC Alton Collection | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| Luxe at Union Hill | Modern Studio + Cocktail Balcony, Spa Tub | Studio,1BA | $1,232 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MO
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $2.06 price per square foot 1504 Model at ArriveKC Condos in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the Townhome C5 Model at The Moxie on Union Hill starting at $2,749 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Roanoke neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArriveKC Condos | 1504 | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| The Moxie on Union Hill | Townhome C5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Windows Lofts (Residential) | 1BR / 1BT | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1211 W 27th St, Unit A | 1211 W 27th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| West Side Lofts | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Villa del Sol Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden*** | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Gallerie Apartments | Bricolage - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| KC Loft Collection | Library Lofts - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Yards | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Westside is at The Yards listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment is $1,045 at Atlas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westside is starting from $881 at Villa del Sol Apartments.
What is the most affordable Westside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at KC Loft Collection and starts from $2,350.
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