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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Alta Village
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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4300 S Canterbury PlIndependence, MO 64055
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Stadium View Apartments
4609 WallaceKansas City, MO 64129
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Temple Heights Manor+55 community
5420 Raytown RdRaytown, MO 64133
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Stonegate Meadows Apartments
10500 E 42nd StKansas City, MO 64133
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Studio Apartments | $1,103 | $625 | $1,739 |
| South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $750 | $1,179 |
| South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $890 | $1,695 |
| South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $1,075 | $1,675 |
| South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 6 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. Stadium View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. 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 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Temple Heights Manor+55 community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South, MO
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South 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 South apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,105 with a $1.47 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. |
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| 3405 S Oxford Ave, Unit 3405 Oxford Ave | 3405 S Oxford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hampton Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Cottages of East KC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Stadium View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Alta Village | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Temple Heights Manor+55 community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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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 $1,505.
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 9 regular apartments in South 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 South?
Cheap apartments in South have an average cost of $583 which is $922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South.
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