
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Independence, KS from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Eighth and Main Senior

Pheasant Point

305 W Maple St

The Dels - Pittsburg

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Baxter Springs Senior Residences

405 W 5th St

303 1/2 S Osage Ave
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1 1/2 N Jefferson Ave

111 W Lindburg St

Brentwood Pointe Apartments

Summerfield Apartments & MicroUnits

401 Northeast Ave

109 S Illinois Ave

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London House Apartments

Oak Timbers Skiatook
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1806 S Broadway St

Lexington Commons

3607 Page Rd

705 Cheyenne St

1412 W 5th St

1906 W 6th St

710 S Cline Rd

118 W Jackson St
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403 W 9th St

110 W Lindburg St

LamBar Place

1143 N Forest Ave

Georgian Arms Apartments

University Digs Apartments

Casa Del Sol Complex

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919 E Washington St

1404 S Elm St

103 E Central Ave

208 E Park St

5259 Nowata Rd, Unit L203

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110 W 10th St

1503 W 5th St
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1604 N Joplin St

809 W 6th St

125 S Wilson Ave

215 N St Louis St
Independence, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $707 | $525 | $929 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $766 | $500 | $1,322 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $650 | $1,588 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,119 | $800 | $1,575 |
| Independence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, KS is a Studio unit found at The Dels - Pittsburg priced from $525. Baxter Springs Senior Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $561. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dels - Pittsburg | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Baxter Springs Senior Residences | 1x1 40% | 1BR,1BA | $561 |
| Summerfield Apartments & MicroUnits | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $760 |
| Lexington Commons | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| London House Apartments | 1 BR All Bills Paid | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Oak Timbers Skiatook | Oak Timbers - Oklahoma - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $910 |
| University Digs Apartments | 2-Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Big Cabin Senior Modular Community | Modular Homes & Land | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, KS and Nearby
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $0.63 price per square foot Modular Homes & Land Model at Big Cabin Senior Modular Community in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the B8 Model at Bison Trails Apartments starting at $1,588 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Washington County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cabin Senior Modular Community | Modular Homes & Land | 3BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Bison Trails Apartments | B8 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Lexington Commons | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Oak Timbers Skiatook | Oak Timbers - Oklahoma - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| London House Apartments | 1 BR All Bills Paid | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Baxter Springs Senior Residences | 1x1 40% | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| University Digs Apartments | 2-Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Dels - Pittsburg | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
| Summerfield Apartments & MicroUnits | MicroUnit-All Bills Pd | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment is $561 at Baxter Springs Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence is starting from $760 at Summerfield Apartments & MicroUnits.
What is the most affordable Independence Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Independence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Big Cabin Senior Modular Community and starts from $1,500.
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