
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO Under $1,000 (43 Rentals)


Independence Tower

Oval Spring Apartments

The Hudson

Stone Oak Apartments

Stoneybrook Apartments

Manor Ridge

Roosevelt
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Oxford Commons

Brookside Apartments

Hawthorne Place

1017 S Glenwood Ave

912 E Stone St

1312 1/2 N Main St

511 S Osage St
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Royal Oaks Apartments

Englewood Plaza Apartments

Gaslight Square

Hampton Court Apartments

Winner Place Apartments

Hillside Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments
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Williamsburg Square

Cliffside Apartments

Arrow Apartments

Cimarron Apartments

Glendale at the Mansion Apartments

Woodlake Village Apartments

Autumn Place

Stonegate Meadows Apartments
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The Orchards

Teal River Apartments

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Stadium View Apartments

Palisades Apartments

611 Ewing Ave

Walnut Grove

Raytown Townhomes
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Villa Park Apartments
Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $920 | $625 | $1,739 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $645 | $6,100 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $752 | $2,665 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,067 | $2,260 |
| Independence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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Independence, MOPopulation: 116,925
Ranked #244
in US Census Population by City
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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 Brookside Apartments listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Independence is $1,778.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Independence is a 972 square feet unit starting from $1,507 at Eastland Trails Apartments.
What is the average size for Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Independence is currently 664 sq ft.
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