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Le Chateau
1 Bedroom Apartments

Le Chateau

733-747 Russell RdWaterloo, IA 50701
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124 Earl St
1 Bedroom Apartments

124 Earl St

124-136 Earl StEvansdale, IA 50707
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Independence, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Independence and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Independence, IA is found at The Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 820 square feet priced from $1,300. Falls Edge Studios has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 740 square feet and currently listed start at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Independence:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Grand CrossingFurnished Loft @ Grand Crossing820 Sq Ft$1,300
Falls Edge Studios1-Bed D740 Sq Ft$1,200
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath690 Sq Ft$900
Edgemont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment With Balcony At Top Rated...675 Sq Ft$885
Park Avenue LoftsMezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW!649 Sq Ft$1,300
The Residence @ Willow Falls1 Bed A w/Balcony638 Sq Ft$1,275
Park @ Nine23A2sc_RENO608 Sq Ft$995
Le Chateau1BR/1.0BA606 Sq Ft$725
Art Bloc1A534 Sq Ft$1,250
Russell LamsonOne Bedroom478 Sq Ft$800

Cheapest Available Independence and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Independence, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $643 at Prairie Village of LaPorte City . The second most affordable Independence 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Le Chateau starting at $725 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Independence is currently $1,173. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Independence:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Prairie Village of LaPorte City1 Bedroom$643
Le Chateau1BR/1.0BA$725
Urban Edge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA$750
1106-1110 Kent CircleUpdated Cozy 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment in SW...$750
Russell LamsonOne Bedroom$800
Edgemont Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment With Balcony At Top Rated...$885
Union at North Crossing1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Park @ Nine23A2sc_RENO$995
Park Avenue LoftsStudio - AVAILABLE NOW!$1,150
Falls Edge Studios1-Bed D$1,200

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Getting Around Independence, IA

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Independence Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Independence with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Independence is at Prairie Village of LaPorte City listed at $643.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Independence is $1,173.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Independence is a 820 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Grand Crossing.

What is the average size for Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Independence is currently 627 sq ft.

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