
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Benton Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Benton area of Independence.


Manor Ridge

Roosevelt

The Hudson

1335 S Osage St

Nolia on the Hill

Oval Spring Apartments

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628 E Fair St, Unit A, Unit A

1417 W Short Ave, Unit B, Unit B

Palmer Place

537 S Hunter St, Unit 2

Maple Manor Apartments

426 E Elm St

Maple Avenue

Regency Manor II
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Regency Manor I

517 W Maple Ave

Grandview Estates

701 W Maple Ave

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Timber Creek Apartments

Gaslight Square

912 E Stone St
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1301 E Frederick St

Arrow Apartments

511 S Osage St

16012 E T C Lea Rd

16423 E 29th St

1214 N Union St

523 W Maple Ave

3115 S Forest Ave
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Glendale at the Mansion Apartments

1217 W Truman Rd

The Groves Senior Living

Samantha Heights

724 S Grand Ave

623 N Highland Dr

1714 N Pearl St

1134 S Haden St
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Benton, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Benton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| Benton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $645 | $1,356 |
| Benton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $752 | $1,688 |
| Benton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $1,067 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Benton Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Manor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Arrow Apartments | Studio - 432 SF | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | F | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Glendale at the Mansion Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Palmer Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Nolia on the Hill | Rose | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLENDALE TOWNHOMES | 3B 2.5B TH w/NB | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| Roosevelt | 3x2 Townhome Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 628 E Fair St, Unit A | 628 E Fair St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Market 1900 Apartment Homes | The St Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | D | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Palmer Place | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1-Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Manor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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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.
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