
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Independence, MS from $700 (34 Rentals)
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Park at Forest Hill

Waterford Place Apartment Homes

The Luxe of Southaven

The Grove of Cayce

Southaven Pointe Apartments

Foxhaven Apartments

Southwind Lakes Apartments
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The DeSoto

Civic Center West Apartments

Springs at Buckingham Farms

Hedgerow Apartments

Goodman Manor Apartments

Annandale Gardens Apartments

Hamilton at Turman Farms Apartments

The Preserve at Forest Creek
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Irene Woods Apartments

Civic Center East Apartments

Avalon at Horn Lake

Southcrest Lake

MAGNOLIAS AT HERNANDO

Rocky Creek

Gramercy East Apartments

The Waverly Apartments
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The Oliver Apartment Homes

234 Morgan Ln

8660 Arkabutla Rd

Modena at Mallard Creek

6420 Greenbrook Cove N

5554 Steffani Dr

9793 Riggan Dr

10262 Williford Dr
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4596 Fontaine Pl

6471 Copper Valley Dr S
Independence, MS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $1,230 | $1,198 | $1,258 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $782 | $1,992 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $1,139 | $2,673 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $1,250 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashland Lakes Apartments in the Brooks Manor neighborhood priced from $782. Park at Forest Hill in the Windyke-Southwind neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $916. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland Lakes Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
| Park at Forest Hill | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $916 |
| Waterford Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 679 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Luxe of Southaven | 1 Bedroom - 864 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Southwind Lakes Apartments | SW1 1 bed 1 bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Grove of Cayce | 2bedroom x 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Southaven Pointe Apartments | 1BR 1BA (743 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
| The DeSoto | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,181 |
| Gramercy East Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,196 |
| Goodman Manor Apartments | (Phase 1) Available Now | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, MS and Nearby
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $1.22 price per square foot Mitchell - 3 Bedroom + Den Model at Cayce Highlands in the starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the Laurel Model at The DeSoto starting at $1,587 with a $1.32 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayce Highlands | Mitchell - 3 Bedroom + Den | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| The DeSoto | Laurel | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Preserve at Forest Creek | Cedar Elm - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Ashland Lakes Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Avalon at Horn Lake | Renovated 2 Bed 2 Bath - D | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Gramercy East Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Irene Woods Apartments | Candace | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Grove of Cayce | 3bedroom x 2bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Luxe of Southaven | 1 Bedroom - 864 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Park at Forest Hill | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Independence?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Independence is at Springs at Buckingham Farms listed at $1,258.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment is $782 at Ashland Lakes Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence is starting from $1,100 at The Grove of Cayce.
What is the most affordable Independence Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Independence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Luxe of Southaven and starts from $1,250.
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