Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $600 (41 Rentals)

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2950 Summit St

Kansas CityMO64108

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property at 1810 Madison Ave

1810 Madison Ave

Kansas CityMO64108

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Columbia Lofts
Studio Apartments

Columbia Lofts

2006 Wyandotte StKansas City, MO 64108
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3126 McGee
2 Bedroom Apartments

3126 McGee

3126 McGee StKansas City, MO 64111
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Liberty Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Lofts

360 W Pershing RdKansas City, MO 64108
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Lofts at Union Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Union Hill

2980 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64108
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Pershing Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pershing Lofts

215 W Pershing RdKansas City, MO 64108
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Gallerie Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gallerie Apartments

2705 McGee TrfyKansas City, MO 64108

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Crossroads Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossroads Lofts

1600 Grand BlvdKansas City, MO 64108
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Founders at Union Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Founders at Union Hill

2901-2996 Oak StKansas City, MO 64108
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Terrace on Walnut
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace on Walnut

1721 Walnut StKansas City, MO 64108
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1914 Main Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

1914 Main Apartments

1914 Main StKansas City, MO 64108
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Power & Light Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Power & Light Apartments

1320 Baltimore AveKansas City, MO 64105
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Stockyards Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stockyards Place

1515 Genessee StKansas City, MO 64102
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Piper Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Piper Lofts

117 W 20th StKansas City, MO 64108
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Westside, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

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 3022 McGee priced from $895. Signal Hill Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3022 McGee1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Signal Hill StudiosBrand New Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$899
The HelmS2-1Studio,1BA$938
Artisan KCLibrary Lofts - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$940
The YardsS1Studio,1BA$1,025
AtlasOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,045
Arterra KC Alton CollectionS2Studio,1BA$1,080
Union Hill on MainStudioStudio,1BA$1,127
Lux: Wonderland in Crossroads / Katz on MainThe AliceStudio,1BA$1,157
Gallerie ApartmentsPainter - S1Studio,1BA$1,186

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MO

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2BR / 2BT Model at Windows Lofts (Residential) in the in the Roanoke neighborhood starting from $1,658. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the Townhome C4 Model at The Moxie on Union Hill starting at $2,699 with a $1.96 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windows Lofts (Residential)2BR / 2BT2BR,2BA$1.10
The Moxie on Union HillTownhome C42BR,2.5BA$1.96
Icon at GallerieDocent3BR,2BA$1.73
Villa del Sol Apartments3 Bedroom TH***3BR,2BA$1.12
West Side Lofts2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Artisan KCEmery Lofts - Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.36
ArriveKC Condos23042BR,2BA$1.61
3158 Oak St, Unit 31583158 Oak St2BR,1.5BA$1.25
3022 McGee1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
The YardsS1Studio ,1BA$2.08

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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Kansas City, MO | Find Kansas City Off-Campus Student Housing

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westside, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #83

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including Kansas City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Westside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $1,186.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?

The cheapest apartment in Westside is 3022 McGee which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Westside costs $4,315.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Westside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Westside?

Cheap apartments in Westside have an average cost of $125 which is $4,190 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westside.

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

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.