
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $625 (14 Rentals)
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Oxford Commons

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Studio Apartments | $1,043 | $625 | $1,349 |
| South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $750 | $1,243 |
| South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $900 | $1,686 |
| South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $1,189 | $1,650 |
| South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South area of Kansas City, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $725. Edgewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable South apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Small 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Alta Village | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South, MO
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South area is the $1.10 price per square foot 9201 E 54th St Model at 9201 E 54th St, Unit 9201 in the in the Raytown neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value South apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,050 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Fairway Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9201 E 54th St, Unit 9201 | 9201 E 54th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Alta Village | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Small 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South?
The cheapest apartment in South is Oxford Commons which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in South costs $1,112.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South?
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 7 regular apartments in South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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