Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO (166 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Independence that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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1417 W Short Ave, Unit B

1417 W Short Ave
IndependenceMO64050

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Pet Friendliest Independence Apartments for Rent

The Independence Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Indy Ridge in the Blackburn neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Market 1900 Apartment Homes in the Bridger neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Independence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Indy Ridge4/4Blackburn$1,120
Market 1900 Apartment Homes3.8/4Bridger$1,288
Oval Spring Apartments3.6/4Glendale$1,100
Eastland Court Senior Apartments3.4/4Highland Manor$1,400
Whispering Lake Apartments3.2/4Riss Lake$1,065
Azure Apartments3.2/4Blackburn$1,233
Palmer Place3.2/4Heart of Independence$1,020
The Adirondack3/439th East$1,219

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Independence, MO

The lowest priced Independence apartment at a property that allows pets is the One Bedroom 1 Bed Model at Stadium View Apartments in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood starting from $700. The second cheapest Independence Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Model at Palmer Place, which is a Studio starting at $1,020 in the Rock Creek neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Independence apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom$700
Palmer PlaceStudio$1,020
Whispering Lake ApartmentsThe Cortina$1,065
Oval Spring Apartments1/1 E-P$1,100
Indy Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath$1,120
The Arbor Apartments and TownhomesLinden$1,134
Pepperwood ApartmentsBay Tree$1,140
Eastland Court Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,400
The Adirondack1 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse (Fireplace Optional)$1,489
Azure ApartmentsB2$1,558

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Independence Overview

Are you looking for a new place to call home? If so, then you should consider living in Independence, Missouri. This is a city within Jackson County and serves the county asáthe county seat. Independence is also relatively close to Kansas City, Missouri, and is one of the largest suburbs on the Missouri side of Kansas City. If you are looking for apartments in Independence, Missouri, you should learn more about this beautiful location! Then, trust us to help you find your next Independence apartment!á

Why live in Independence, MO?

There are numerous reasons why people choose to live in Independence, Missouri. First, the cost of living is relatively low. Money goes a long way, making property affordable. Second, there are four separate seasons. This means that you don't get to experience all weather types in Independence. Finally, the traffic is relatively light. This means that you can find a job almost anywhere and get there relatively quickly as long as you have a car. These are just a few of the biggest reasons why so many people are moving to Independence, calling this place home.

Independence, MO
Population: 116,925

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Independence Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Independence?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Independence is at Oxford Commons listed at $625.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Independence Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Independence is $1,398.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Independence Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Independence is a 1,620 square feet unit starting from $1,777 at Arabella.

What is the average size for Independence Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Independence is currently at 672 sq ft.

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