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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 $694. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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$694
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$750
Timber Creek ApartmentsDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$799
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1A1BR,1BA$999
Sterling Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Heart of Independence area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Heart of Independence apartment is the 724 N Noland Rd Model at 724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A starting at $725 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Rock Creek 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.
Sterling Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A724 N Noland RdStudio ,1BA$0.91
Nolia on the HillRose Renovated1BR,1BA$1.99
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1.67
11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 1130811308 E Aaron Ln2BR,1BA$1.70
726 N Noland Rd, Unit 726 N Noland Rd726 N Noland RdStudio ,1BA$1.45
Timber Creek ApartmentsDeluxe StudioStudio ,1BA$1.66
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio ,1BA$1.97
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Heart Of Independence, Independence, MO

Ranked #26

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heart of Independence

What type of rentals are currently available in Heart of Independence?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $694 to $1,885. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Heart of Independence ranging from $360 to $2,245.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Heart of Independence?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Heart of Independence ranges from $360 to $2,245 with an average monthly rent of $1,137.

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