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Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, MO is a Studio unit found at Independence Towers in the Spring Branch neighborhood priced from $650. Oxford Commons in the Fairway Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Independence TowersStudioStudio,1BA$650
Oxford CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Cimarron ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$695
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$699
Timber Creek ApartmentsClassic StudioStudio,1BA$699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Independence apartment is the 2x1 Reno Model at Alta Village starting at $970 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Fairway Hills 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.
Sterling Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
Alta Village2x1 Reno2BR,1BA$1.08
Maple Manor ApartmentsMM 2 Bedroom 8502BR,1BA$1.21
Hampton Court Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.92
Crysler Plaza East1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.27
Stonegate Meadows Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97
Villa Park ApartmentsOne bed1BR,1BA$1.22
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Oxford CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

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Independence, MO

Ranked #422

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence

What type of rentals are currently available in Independence?

There are currently 200 Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $645 to $2,564. There are also 169 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Independence ranging from $325 to $2,585.

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 $325 to $2,585 with an average monthly rent of $1,342.

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 $2,161, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,145 to $2,585. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,505.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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