Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Benton Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (40 Rentals)

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426 E Elm St

IndependenceMO64050
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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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Hillside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Apartments

414 Hillside DrIndependence, 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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Arrow Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrow Apartments

2141 S Swope DrIndependence, MO 64057

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The Groves Senior Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Groves Senior Living

1515 W White Oak StIndependence, MO 64050
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Samantha Heights
1 Bedroom Apartments

Samantha Heights

130 E College StIndependence, MO 64050
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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 Studio unit found at Hillside Apartments priced from $699. Manor Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Benton apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$699
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$750
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$805
Arrow ApartmentsStudio - 432 SFStudio,1BA$850
Stone Oak Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | A1BR,1BA$985
Oval Spring Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | F1BR,1BA$995
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1A1BR,1BA$999
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,020
Nolia on the HillRose1BR,1BA$1,085

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benton, MO

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Benton area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3B 2.5B TH w/NB Model at GLENDALE TOWNHOMES in the in the Southern neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Benton apartment is the 3x2 Townhome Reno Model at Roosevelt starting at $1,395 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Rock Creek 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.
GLENDALE TOWNHOMES3B 2.5B TH w/NB3BR,2.5BA$0.94
Roosevelt3x2 Townhome Reno3BR,2BA$1.06
628 E Fair St, Unit A628 E Fair St2BR,1BA$1.11
Market 1900 Apartment HomesThe St Charles1BR,1BA$1.63
Oval Spring Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | D1BR,1BA$1.35
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Hillside Apartments1-Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.44
Stone Oak Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | A1BR,1BA$1.72
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.36

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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 $750 at Manor Ridge.

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 $950 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 Roosevelt and starts from $1,395.

Expert Rental Resources

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