
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Independence Plaza Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $695 (48 Rentals)


2729 Campbell

Marcato

Pickwick Plaza

Walnut Tower Apartments

The Landings at River Market Loft & Apartment Homes

KC Loft Central

Vine Street Lofts
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Midland Lofts

Commerce Tower

1989 Main

The Mark

The Dial

Jazz Hill

Union Hill on Main

Arterra KC Alton Collection

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Flashcube Apartments

531 Grand

CORE

Cold Storage Lofts

Second and Delaware Apartments

Two Light Luxury Apartments
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Three Light Luxury Apartments

Nowlin Hall

Pendleton Arts Block

Budd Park Place Apartments

Columbus Park Plaza

Maple Flats

Columbia Lofts

The Historic Residences at Dutch Hill

600 E 8th St
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Art Space Lofts

Pickwick Building

Aladdin

2501 Beacon Hill

700 E 8th St

Gallerie Apartments

Unity Lofts (Old Townley/Richards & Conover)

Founders at Union Hill

Lofts at Union Hill
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OGGI Lofts

Power & Light Apartments

The Grand
Independence Plaza, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Independence Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,339 | $695 | $2,622 |
| Independence Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $695 | $5,715 |
| Independence Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $909 | $8,078 |
| Independence Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,689 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
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Read ArticleA KC Expert's Top Recommendations for College Neighborhoods in Kansas City
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIndependence Plaza, Kansas City, MO
Ranked #33
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Independence Plaza, Kansas City, MO
Lincoln College Preparatory Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Plaza Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Independence Plaza?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Independence Plaza is under $941.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Independence Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Independence Plaza is Smart Lofts on Gladstone which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Independence Plaza costs $2,783.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Independence Plaza?
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 62 regular apartments in Independence Plaza 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 Independence Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Independence Plaza have an average cost of $115 which is $2,668 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Independence Plaza.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
