
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (11 Rentals)
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724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A

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726 N Noland Rd, Unit 726 N Noland Rd
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Rock Creek, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Studio Apartments | $857 | $695 | $1,349 |
| Rock Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $695 | $1,080 |
| Rock Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $850 | $1,319 |
| Rock Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $1,189 | $1,645 |
| Rock Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $1,199 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rock Creek Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Rock Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rock Creek area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments priced from $695. Cimarron Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Rock Creek apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Cimarron Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Pleasant Grove Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek, MO
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value Rock Creek apartment is the 724 N Noland Rd Model at 724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A starting at $800 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Rock Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 724 N Noland Rd, Unit 724 A | 724 N Noland Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Crysler Plaza East | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Palisades Apartments | 1-Bedroom (D) | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Manor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rock Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rock Creek is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Rock Creek costs $1,352.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rock Creek?
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 12 regular apartments in Rock Creek that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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