
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Southern, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southern Studio Apartments | $800 | $750 | $850 |
Southern 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $849 | $1,992 |
Southern 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $725 | $2,564 |
Southern 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $1,189 | $2,672 |
Southern 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southern Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Southern Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $675. Whispering Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Southern 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 |
Whispering Lake Apartments | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
Nolia on the Hill | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern, MO
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southern area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Fairland Heights neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Southern apartment is the B3 Model at Azure Apartments starting at $1,728 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Little Blue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern 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 |
Azure Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
The Adirondack | 2 Bed 2 Bath + Flex Space (Fireplace Optional) | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Pepperwood Apartments | White Laurel | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Alta Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Indy Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | C | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Whispering Lake Apartments | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthern, Independence, MO
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Among neighborhoods in Independence, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southern Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Southern Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southern?
The cheapest apartment in Southern is Oxford Commons which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Southern costs $1,610.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southern?
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 Southern 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 Southern?
Cheap apartments in Southern have an average cost of $901 which is $709 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southern.
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