
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $500 (11 Rentals)
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South, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Studio Apartments | $1,269 | $750 | $1,739 |
South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $968 | $675 | $1,115 |
South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $725 | $1,565 |
South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $1,189 | $1,645 |
South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 11 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 1 Bed unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $675. Timber Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable South apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Timber Creek Apartments | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Hampton Court Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Stadium View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Villa Park Apartments | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South, MO
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Stadium View Apartments starting at $800 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Eastwood Hills East 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. |
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Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Stadium View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Hampton Court Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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 |
Timber Creek Apartments | Deluxe Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth, Independence, MO
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Independence, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $675, while the average apartment in South costs $1,505.
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 5 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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