Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Benton Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (7 Rentals)

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Maple Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Avenue

604 W Maple AveIndependence, MO 64050
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Regency Manor II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Manor II

17701 E 17th Terrace Ct SIndependence, MO 64057
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Regency Manor I
2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Manor I

17700 E 17th Terrace Ct SIndependence, MO 64057
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Grandview Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Estates

125 N Ward RdIndependence, MO 64050

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Gaslight Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gaslight Square

14002 E 35th StIndependence, MO 64055
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Benton, Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Benton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Benton area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hudson priced from $745. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Benton apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$745
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$750
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benton, MO

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Benton area is the $1.71 price per square foot The St Charles Model at Market 1900 Apartment Homes in the in the Spring Branch neighborhood starting from $1,313. The second greatest value Benton apartment is the One Bed One Bath Model at The Hudson starting at $745 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Cunningham Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Benton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Market 1900 Apartment HomesThe St Charles1BR,1BA$1.71
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Oval Spring Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | B1BR,1BA$1.48
Nolia on the HillRose Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Stone Oak Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | A1BR,1BA$1.66
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1C1BR,1BA$2.04
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.36
Arrow ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1.97
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio ,1BA$1.97

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for East 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 our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Benton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Benton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Benton Apartment is $745 at The Hudson.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Benton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Benton is starting from $875 at The Hudson.

What is the most affordable Benton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Benton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oval Spring Apartments and starts from $1,475.

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