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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rockwood Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Brookside Apartments
1105 S Brookside AveIndependence, MO 64053
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Pleasant Grove Apartments
530 Sundown DrIndependence, MO 64054
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Roosevelt
1011 N Cottage StIndependence, MO 64050
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The Hudson
1401 S Cunningham StIndependence, MO 64050
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Crysler Plaza East
12500 E 40th St SIndependence, MO 64055
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11308 E Aaron LnIndependence, MO 64050
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Stadium View Apartments
4609 WallaceKansas City, MO 64129
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Whispering Lake Apartments
10415 E 43rd StKansas City, MO 64133
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Stonegate Meadows Apartments
10500 E 42nd StKansas City, MO 64133
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Rockwood, Independence, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwood Studio Apartments | $959 | $625 | $2,278 |
| Rockwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $750 | $1,080 |
| Rockwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $900 | $1,420 |
| Rockwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,125 | $1,800 |
| Rockwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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Cheapest Available Rockwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rockwood 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 Rockwood 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 |
| 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 | $805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockwood, MO
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rockwood area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3x2 Townhome Reno Model at Roosevelt in the in the Rock Creek neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Rockwood apartment is the 3405 S Oxford Ave Model at 3405 S Oxford Ave, Unit 3405 Oxford Ave starting at $1,550 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Blue Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Roosevelt | 3x2 Townhome Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 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 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rockwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rockwood is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rockwood?
The cheapest apartment in Rockwood is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Rockwood costs $1,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rockwood?
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 8 regular apartments in Rockwood 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 Rockwood?
Cheap apartments in Rockwood have an average cost of $766 which is $739 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rockwood.
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