Cheap Homes for Rent in Valley View Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $700 (11 Rentals)

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Valley View, Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Valley View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Valley View area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Stoneybrook Apartments priced from $750. Manor Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Valley View apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$750
Arrow ApartmentsStudio - 432 SFStudio,1BA$850
Independence Tower1/11BR,1BA$890
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley View, MO

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley View area is the $1.47 price per square foot The Independence Model at Market 1900 Apartment Homes in the in the Spring Branch neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Valley View apartment is the 2-Bedrooms Model at Hillside Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the McCoy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Market 1900 Apartment HomesThe Independence2BR,2BA$1.47
Hillside Apartments2-Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.37
Palmer PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Independence Tower1/11BR,1BA$1.60
Manor RidgeOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.36
Arrow ApartmentsStudio - 432 SFStudio ,1BA$1.97

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley View

What type of rentals are currently available in Valley View?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Valley View, MO with pricing that ranges from $645 to $1,797. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Valley View ranging from $795 to $2,315.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Valley View?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Valley View ranges from $795 to $2,315 with an average monthly rent of $1,317.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.