
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackburn Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $500 (10 Rentals)
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Blackburn, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blackburn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Blackburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $855 | $2,011 |
Blackburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,070 | $2,564 |
Blackburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,810 | $1,425 | $2,830 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Blackburn Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Blackburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Blackburn area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Arrow Apartments priced from $850. Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Blackburn apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arrow Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackburn, MO
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blackburn area is the $1.55 price per square foot B3 Model at Azure Apartments in the in the Little Blue neighborhood starting from $1,739. The second greatest value Blackburn apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath | F Model at Oval Spring Apartments starting at $1,049 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the McCoy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackburn apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Azure Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | F | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Pepperwood Apartments | Bay Tree | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Indy Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Cornerstone | The Cornerstone | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Market 1900 Apartment Homes | The St Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Nolia on the Hill | Hibiscus Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Eastland Trails Apartments | Basie | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Blackburn, Independence, and the greater Kansas City area. 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 the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Blackburn Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackburn Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackburn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackburn Apartment is $850 at Arrow Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Blackburn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Blackburn is starting from $1,070 at Oval Spring Apartments.
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