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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. Independence Towers in the Spring Branch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Independence TowersStudioStudio,1BA$650
Oxford CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Pleasant Grove Apartments0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$694
Cimarron ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$695
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$745
Hampton Court Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Hillside ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$750
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO

As of August 07, 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 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Maple Manor Apartments starting at $965 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Rock Creek 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
Maple Manor Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.14
Brookside ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Hampton Court Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.92
Teal River Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A724 N Noland RdStudio ,1BA$0.91
Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Alta Village1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$1.18
The HudsonOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence

What type of rentals are currently available in Independence?

There are currently 199 Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,825. There are also 157 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Independence ranging from $360 to $4,250.

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 $360 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,564.

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 $2,825, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $2,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.

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