
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Three Trails Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $384 (40 Rentals)
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221 S Pleasant St

The Hudson

Winner Place Apartments

1229 W Hayward Ave

1206 W Maple Ave

1941 S Vermont Ave, Unit 1943 south vermont avenue

1013 W South Ave
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630 N Pleasant St

1519 W Waldo Ave

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2023 S Harris Ave, Unit 2023

10119 E Winner Rd

1417 W Short Ave, Unit B

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11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 11308

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701 W Maple Ave

Gaslight Square

9613 E Truman Rd

Canterbury

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10714 E 19th St S

2309 S Norwood Ave

Williamsburg Square

124 S Forest Ave

1519 W Waldo Ave

512 W Walnut St

Crysler East
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2304 S Hall Rd

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Three Trails, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Three Trails?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Trails Studio Apartments | $878 | $625 | $1,020 |
| Three Trails 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $750 | $1,395 |
| Three Trails 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $850 | $1,597 |
| Three Trails 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $1,100 | $1,650 |
| Three Trails 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $1,505 | $1,550 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Three Trails Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Three Trails Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Three Trails area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at 9613 E Truman Rd priced from $705. Oxford Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Three Trails apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9613 E Truman Rd | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Oxford Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Small 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Winner Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Palmer Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Three Trails, MO
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Three Trails area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2023 S Harris Ave Model at 2023 S Harris Ave, Unit 2023 in the in the Blue Valley neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Three Trails apartment is the 2021 S Harris Ave Model at 2021 S Harris Ave, Unit Fully Furnished 1-BR 1-BA starting at $1,395 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Blue Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Three Trails apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 S Harris Ave, Unit 2023 | 2023 S Harris Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 2021 S Harris Ave, Unit Fully Furnished 1-BR 1-BA | 2021 S Harris Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | The Cortina | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Winner Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Palmer Place | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Refreshed 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Oxford Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Edgewood Apartments | Small 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 11308 E Aaron Ln, Unit 11308 | 11308 E Aaron Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Three Trails, Independence, MO
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Three Trails Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Three Trails?
The cheapest apartment in Three Trails is Oxford Commons which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Three Trails costs $1,088.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Three Trails?
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 6 regular apartments in Three Trails 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 Three Trails?
Cheap apartments in Three Trails have an average cost of $469 which is $619 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Three Trails.
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