
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $400 (250 Rentals)
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35 Gillham

Six40

University Meadows

Woodbridge Apartments

Westport Central

Netherland & Monarch

Plaza East Townhomes and Apartments

Roanoke Apartments
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The Hamilton

4153 Roanoke Rd

1607 W 37th St

Park Central

Bellerive

1115-1119 E 41st St

3734 Warwick Blvd

3532-3536 Troost Ave

Plaza Apartment Center

Alton Heights
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Ellison Apartments

Converge KC Uptown

Katy and Delilah Plaza Living

1312 W 39th St

3784 Washington St, Unit 3

Roanoke Court Apartments
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1132 W 41ST TERRACE

Plaza Point Apartments

Broadway 46 Apartments

912-914 E 39th St

The Newbern

3618 Warwick Blvd

Soho Apartments

Westport Manor Apartments

BLVD 64

520 East
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4629 Harrison St

Grotto Apartments

3802 Warwick Blvd

Brick House

The Drake

4414 Jarboe Street Townhomes

102 E 38th St, Unit 100 E 38th St

3521 Walnut St, Unit 10
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Westwood, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Studio Apartments | $1,146 | $600 | $3,320 |
| Westwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $650 | $3,758 |
| Westwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $758 | $5,713 |
| Westwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $898 | $6,236 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 250 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westwood Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Cheapest Available Westwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westwood area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at 3721 Broadway priced from $625. 3416 Wyandotte - Studio W has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Westwood apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3721 Broadway | 3721 Broadway Blvd - 1 | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| 3416 Wyandotte - Studio W | StuW_0x1 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| z-103125-Harlow House - 3745 Warwick Blvd/210 E 38th Street | Hrlw0x1 | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| JARBOE | S1 BSMT | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Six40 | 640ea0bA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| University Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| z-103125-Vanderbilt Place E 42nd | VndrB1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| z-103125-Charlotte Square - 3330-3368 Charlotte | CS_Small | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Suntree Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $758 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westwood, MO
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westwood area is the $1.23 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Warwick Court Townhomes in the in the Westport neighborhood starting from $1,460. The second greatest value Westwood apartment is the 3916 Clark Ave Model at 3916 Clark Ave, Unit 1st Level starting at $1,300 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the The Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warwick Court Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 3916 Clark Ave, Unit 1st Level | 3916 Clark Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Brick House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 3817 Central St, Unit 1S | 3817 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 102 E 38th St, Unit 100 E 38th St | 102 E 38th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 210-212 W 39th St | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| SUNNY SLOPE | 2B 1B 1F | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Mission Villas / Mission Villas LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Plaza Point Apartments | 1x1 850sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Suntree Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Kansas City's Major Employers and the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide
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Our team is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Westwood, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westwood is under $758.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westwood?
The cheapest apartment in Westwood is JARBOE which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Westwood costs $1,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westwood?
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 103 regular apartments in Westwood 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 Westwood?
Cheap apartments in Westwood have an average cost of $252 which is $1,543 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westwood.
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

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

Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide
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Kansas City BBQ and Beyond: Your Local Guide to the Best About Renting in KC
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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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!




