
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek South Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (8 Rentals)
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Rock Creek South, Independence, MO Local Guide

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 | $943 | $625 | $1,739 |
| Rock Creek South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $905 | $750 | $1,143 |
| Rock Creek South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,036 | $890 | $1,654 |
| Rock Creek South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $1,100 | $1,645 |
| Rock Creek South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 8 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 Studio unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $625. Brookside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Rock Creek South apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek South, MO
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek South area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3405 S Oxford Ave Model at 3405 S Oxford Ave, Unit 3405 Oxford Ave in the in the Blue Valley neighborhood starting from $1,550. 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 Eastwood Hills East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3405 S Oxford Ave, Unit 3405 Oxford Ave | 3405 S Oxford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Palisades Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Cottages of Kansas City East Senior Living | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Winner Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Eastwood Crossings | Teak | Studio ,1BA | $1.42 |
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rock Creek South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rock Creek South is under $1,017.
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 $695, while the average apartment in Rock Creek South costs $1,550.
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 11 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 $665 which is $885 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek South.
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