Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $300 (17 Rentals)

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The Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village

8239 Forest AveKansas 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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82 West Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

82 West Crossing

8208 Troost AveKansas City, MO 64131
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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 $692. Legacy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. 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$692
Legacy ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$695
Santa Fe Village8517 Holmes RdStudio,1BA$730
The Ridge at ChestnutTower One Bedroom1BR,1BA$815
Willow CreekOld Mid A11BR,1BA$912

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, MO

As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2-Bedroom/1 Bathroom Model at The Pines at Red Bridge in the in the Legacy East neighborhood starting from $1,220. 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.
The Pines at Red Bridge2-Bedroom/1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Roseland Court Luxury Duplexes2 BR x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.33
Corinth GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
The Ridge at ChestnutGarden One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Windsong ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Waldo Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.87
Life at Legacy Fountains1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B1BR,1BA$1.38
The Retreat at Woodlands ApartmentsThe Pine Bluff1BR,1BA$1.39
Willow CreekSouth A21BR,1BA$1.31
Waldo PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Western Hills, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #120

Among neighborhoods in Kansas City, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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!

Getting Around the Western Hills Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western Hills is at Legacy Apartments listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment is $692 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 $769 at Waldo Heights.

What is the most affordable Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Fe Village and starts from $1,300.

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