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12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
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Alta Village
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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Nolia on the Hill
2905 S Lees Summit RdIndependence, MO 64055
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3151 Jennings RdIndependence, MO 64055
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Oval Spring Apartments
16801 Larkspur LnIndependence, MO 64055
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Indy Ridge
19012 E 37th Ter SIndependence, MO 64057
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Crysler Plaza East
12500 E 40th St SIndependence, MO 64055
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Sterling Creek Apartments
3302 S Sterling AveIndependence, MO 64052
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Gaslight Square
14002 E 35th StIndependence, MO 64055
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Canterbury
4300 S Canterbury PlIndependence, MO 64055
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Woodlake Village Apartments
3919 S Cedar Crest CirIndependence, MO 64055
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Cliffside Apartments
17401 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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Williamsburg Square
4430 S Liberty AveIndependence, MO 64055
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Glendale at the Mansion Apartments
16000 E 28th TerIndependence, MO 64055
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Coventry Park
3926 S Redwood DrIndependence, MO 64055
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The Orchards
16301 E 48th TerKansas City, MO 64136
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13944 E 49th TerKansas City, MO 64133
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Southern, Independence, MO Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Studio Apartments | $800 | $750 | $850 |
| Southern 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $740 | $1,489 |
| Southern 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $890 | $1,860 |
| Southern 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $1,300 | $1,741 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Oxford Commons priced from $725. Stone Oak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | E | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Glendale at the Mansion Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern, MO
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Eastwood Hills East neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value Southern apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath (Fireplace Optional) Model at The Adirondack starting at $1,489 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Oaks Ridge Meadows 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 | $1.28 |
| The Adirondack | 2 Bed 2 Bath (Fireplace Optional) | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| Connect55+ Independence Senior Community 55+ | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Indy Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | D | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Cottages of Kansas City East Senior Living | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southern?
The cheapest apartment in Southern is Stone Oak Apartments which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Southern costs $1,575.
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 23 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 $288 which is $1,287 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southern.
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