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Brookside Apartments
1105 S Brookside AveIndependence, MO 64053
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek South Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (5 Rentals)
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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
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Pleasant Grove Apartments
530 Sundown DrIndependence, MO 64054
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Roosevelt Apartments
1011 N Cottage StIndependence, MO 64050
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Stadium View Apartments
4609 WallaceKansas City, MO 64129
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Creek South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek South Studio Apartments | $740 | $680 | $850 |
| Rock Creek South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $600 | $1,031 |
| Rock Creek South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $725 | $1,598 |
| Rock Creek South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $1,020 | $1,645 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rock Creek South Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Rock Creek South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rock Creek South 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Rock Creek South apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek South, MO
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek South area is the $0.69 price per square foot 3 bd w/o basement Model at Green Village Townhomes in the in the Independence Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,020. The second greatest value Rock Creek South apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Fairland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Creek South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Village Townhomes | 3 bd w/o basement | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
| Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Roosevelt Apartments | Three Bedroom One and 1/2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Alta Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Maple Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Brookside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Pleasant Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRock Creek South, Independence, MO
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Rock Creek South Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek South?
The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek South is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Rock Creek South costs $1,260.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rock Creek South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Rock Creek South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rock Creek South?
Cheap apartments in Rock Creek South have an average cost of $432 which is $828 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek South.
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