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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (10 Rentals)
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$695 - $1,025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cimarron Apartments
525 Stone Arch DrIndependence, MO 64052
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Pleasant Grove Apartments
530 Sundown DrIndependence, MO 64054
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Alta Village
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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$725 - $1,3651 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 3, 2026
Roosevelt
1011 N Cottage StIndependence, MO 64050
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Brookside Apartments
1105 S Brookside AveIndependence, MO 64053
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11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 11308
11308 E Aaron LnIndependence, MO 64050
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Stadium View Apartments
4609 WallaceKansas City, MO 64129
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Villa Park Apartments
3927 Willow AveKansas City, MO 64133
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Rock Creek, Independence, MO Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rock Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Studio Apartments | $872 | $695 | $1,471 |
| Rock Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $882 | $675 | $1,022 |
| Rock Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $750 | $1,520 |
| Rock Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $1,189 | $1,645 |
| 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 Oxford Commons priced from $675. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Cimarron Apartments | Junior 1-Bed | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Pleasant Grove Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek, MO
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek 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 apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments starting at $1,515 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Eastwood Hills East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1.28 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Maple Manor Apartments | MM 2 Bedroom 850 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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 |
| Villa Park Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRock Creek, Independence, MO
Ranked #14
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Rock Creek Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $940.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Rock Creek is Oxford Commons which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Rock Creek costs $1,505.
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 11 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 $767 which is $738 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Creek.
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