Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heart of Independence Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (32 Rentals)

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Maple Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Avenue

604 W Maple AveIndependence, MO 64050
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Royal Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Oaks Apartments

10903 E 19th St SIndependence, MO 64052
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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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The Groves Senior Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Groves Senior Living

1515 W White Oak StIndependence, MO 64050
Senior Living
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Heart of Independence, Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Heart of Independence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heart of Independence area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Pleasant Grove 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 Heart of Independence apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$699
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$750
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$805
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1A1BR,1BA$999
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,020
Nolia on the HillRose1BR,1BA$1,085
Sterling Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,100
Hillside Apartments2-Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Heart of Independence area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3x2 Townhome Reno Model at Roosevelt in the in the Rock Creek neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Heart of Independence apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heart of Independence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roosevelt3x2 Townhome Reno3BR,2BA$1.06
Sterling Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
628 E Fair St, Unit A628 E Fair St2BR,1BA$1.11
Hillside Apartments2-Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.37
Nolia on the HillGardenia Renovated1BR,1BA$1.98
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.36
11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 1130811308 E Aaron Ln2BR,1BA$2.00
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Heart Of Independence, Independence, MO

Ranked #24

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Missouri, including Independence. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Heart of Independence Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Heart of Independence?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Heart of Independence is under $1,199.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Heart of Independence?

The cheapest apartment in Heart of Independence is Manor Ridge which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Heart of Independence costs $1,687.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Heart of Independence?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Heart of Independence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Heart of Independence?

Cheap apartments in Heart of Independence have an average cost of $277 which is $1,410 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heart of Independence.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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