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Brookside Apartments
1105 S Brookside AveIndependence, MO 64053
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rock Creek Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (10 Rentals)
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9613 E Truman Rd, Unit #14
9613 E Truman RdIndependence, MO 64052
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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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Cimarron Apartments
525 Stone Arch DrIndependence, MO 64052
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Alta Village
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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Rock Creek, Independence, MO Local Guide
Truman Sports Complex
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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 | $741 | $655 | $1,793 |
| Rock Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $869 | $600 | $1,051 |
| Rock Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $725 | $1,319 |
| Rock Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $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 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 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 |
| Pleasant Grove Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $694 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Creek, MO
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Creek area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Rock Creek apartment is the 2x1 Reno Model at Alta Village starting at $970 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Fairway Hills 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 | $1.10 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Stadium View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Brookside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Villa Park Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 9613 E Truman Rd, Unit #14 | 9613 E Truman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRock Creek, Independence, MO
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Among neighborhoods in Independence, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $800.
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 $1,505.
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 5 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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