
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (43 Rentals)
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Signal Hill Studios

West Side Lofts

Artisan KC

The Yards

1989 Main
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Union Hill on Main

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Crossroads Westside

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Two Light Luxury Apartments

2525 Main St

The Moxie on Union Hill
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2934 Holly St

The Helm
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 | $1,409 | $849 | $1,954 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $740 | $5,312 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,210 | $8,078 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,829 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Westside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Villa del Sol Apartments priced from $740. Signal Hill Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. 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 | 1 Bedroom Garden*** | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Signal Hill Studios | Brand New Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| 3022 McGEE | 1B 1B 3F RENOV | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| West Side Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| Artisan KC | Library Lofts - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| The Helm | S2-1 | Studio,1BA | $948 |
| The Yards | S1 | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| GRAND TOWERS | 1B 1B 3F | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Arterra KC Alton Collection | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MO
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2BR / 2BT Model at Windows Lofts (Residential) in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the Docent Model at Icon at Gallerie starting at $2,305 with a $1.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows Lofts (Residential) | 2BR / 2BT | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Icon at Gallerie | Docent | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Artisan KC | Emery Lofts - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 1211 W 27th St, Unit A | 1211 W 27th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 3158 Oak St, Unit 3158 | 3158 Oak St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| ArriveKC Condos | 2104 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Atlas | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| GRAND TOWERS | 1B 1B 3F | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 3022 McGEE | 1B 1B 3F RENOV | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Villa del Sol Apartments | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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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 Signal Hill Studios listed at $849.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment is $740 at Villa del Sol Apartments.
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 $1,095 at GRAND TOWERS.
What is the most affordable Westside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Artisan KC and starts from $1,800.
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