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1719 Walnut St

Kansas CityMO64108

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Independence Plaza, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Independence Plaza Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Independence Plaza area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Smart Lofts on Gladstone priced from $725. Jazz Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Independence Plaza apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Smart Lofts on GladstoneStudio TopStudio,1BA$725
Jazz HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$825
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$828
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$830
2600-2614 Amie Ct1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Pickwick PlazaFlatStudio,1BA$875
Pendleton Heights Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$895
Lakeview II ApartmentsCozy One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence Plaza, MO

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Independence Plaza area is the $0.69 price per square foot 3 bd w/o basement Model at Green Village Townhomes in the in the Blue Valley neighborhood starting from $1,020. The second greatest value Independence Plaza apartment is the 1 Bed Loft Style Model at Old Townley Lofts starting at $1,558 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Quality Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Green Village Townhomes3 bd w/o basement3BR,1.5BA$0.69
Old Townley Lofts1 Bed Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.27
Professional Building2x22BR,2BA$1.25
Vine Street LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Old Town Lofts1x11BR,1BA$0.85
Grand Boulevard LoftsTwo Bedroom | Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.12
West Paseo, LLC2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.29
Courthouse Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Admiral Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
138 Cypress Ave. E, Unit Apt.C138 Cypress Ave. E1BR,1BA$1.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Independence Plaza, Kansas City, MO

Ranked #29

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Independence Plaza, Kansas City, and the greater Kansas City area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Independence Plaza Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Independence Plaza Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Independence Plaza?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Independence Plaza is at Smart Lofts on Gladstone listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Plaza Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Plaza Apartment is $825 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Plaza Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence Plaza is starting from $930 at Admiral Apartments.

What is the most affordable Independence Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Independence Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Green Village Townhomes and starts from $1,020.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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