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Oxford Commons
12407 E 43rd St SIndependence, MO 64055
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Alta Village
13004 E US Highway 40Independence, MO 64055
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Oval Spring Apartments
16801 Larkspur LnIndependence, MO 64055
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Glendale at the Mansion Apartments
16000 E 28th TerIndependence, MO 64055
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The Orchards
16301 E 48th TerKansas City, MO 64136
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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 | $1,115 | $675 | $1,559 |
| Southern 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $845 | $1,899 |
| Southern 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $1,300 | $1,840 |
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There are currently 11 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. Oval Spring Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southern apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Crysler Plaza East | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Glendale at the Mansion Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern, MO
As of November 09, 2025 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 2BR/1.0BA Model at Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC starting at $1,100 with a $1.16 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Alta Village | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Adirondack | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Fireplace Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Indy Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Crysler Plaza East | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cottages of Kansas City East Senior Living | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Oval Spring Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthern, Independence, MO
Ranked #5
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 $1,557.
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 21 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 $285 which is $1,272 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southern.
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