Cheap Homes for Rent in Heart of Independence Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $500 (14 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments priced from $600. Oxford Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Heart of Independence apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Oxford CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$600
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$680
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$790
Whispering LakeThe Cortina1BR,1BA$863

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO

As of May 08, 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 Fairland Heights neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Heart of Independence apartment is the Three Bedroom One and 1/2 Bath Townhome Model at Roosevelt Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Fairland Heights 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
Roosevelt ApartmentsThree Bedroom One and 1/2 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Market 1900 Apartment HomesThe Independence2BR,2BA$1.46
Maple Manor Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Brookside ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Timber Creek ApartmentsClassic 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Stonegate Meadows Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Whispering LakeThe San Remo1BR,1BA$1.41
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Oxford CommonsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.38

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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 80 Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $595 to $2,090. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Heart of Independence ranging from $595 to $1,850.

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 $595 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,081.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Heart of Independence?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Heart of Independence range from $1,000 to $2,090, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,025 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,505.

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