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property at 1417 W Short Ave

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1417 W Short Ave, Unit B

1417 W Short Ave
IndependenceMO64050

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property at 1316 N Main St

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1316 N Main St

IndependenceMO64050

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Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments in the Blue Valley neighborhood priced from $600. Cimarron Apartments in the Blue Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Cimarron ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$649
9613 E Truman Rd0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$705
Oxford CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$725
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$775
Timber Creek ApartmentsRefreshed StudioStudio,1BA$789
Edgewood ApartmentsSmall 1BD1BR,1BA$795
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Winner Place ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$825
Arrow ApartmentsStudio - 432 SFStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3B 2.5B TH w/NB Model at GLENDALE TOWNHOMES in the in the Southern neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 18803-18817 E Lexington Rd starting at $1,200 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Spring Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
GLENDALE TOWNHOMES3B 2.5B TH w/NB3BR,2.5BA$1.00
18803-18817 E Lexington Rd2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Roosevelt3x1.5 Townhome Reno3BR,1.5BA$1.21
Coventry Park2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
The LodgeRedwood2BR,1BA$1.33
Autumn Place1Bd/1Ba1BR,1BA$1.20
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Alta Village1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$1.32
Winner Place ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97

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A KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Independence, MO
Population: 116,925

Ranked #244

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence

What type of rentals are currently available in Independence?

There are currently 206 Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $607 to $6,100. There are also 144 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Independence ranging from $265 to $2,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Independence ranges from $265 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,487.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Independence range from $1,067 to $2,203, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,505.

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