
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (8 Rentals)
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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 | $849 | $625 | $1,349 |
| Rock Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $992 | $607 | $1,243 |
| Rock Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $700 | $1,566 |
| Rock Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $1,100 | $1,430 |
| Rock Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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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 $600. 9613 E Truman Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. 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 | $600 |
| 9613 E Truman Rd | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek, MO
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3x1.5 Townhome Reno Model at Roosevelt in the in the Rock Creek neighborhood starting from $1,340. The second greatest value Rock Creek apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Hampton Court Apartments starting at $1,059 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Blue Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt | 3x1.5 Townhome Reno | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Alta Village | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 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 | $0.97 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Manor Ridge | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Rock Creek costs $1,029.
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 6 regular apartments in Rock Creek 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?
Cheap apartments in Rock Creek have an average cost of $964 which is $65 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek.
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