1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Independence, IA (24 Rentals)

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Independence, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Independence and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Independence, IA is found at The Grand Crossing in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 820 square feet priced from $1,300. Edgemont Park Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 675 square feet and currently listed start at $845. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Independence:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Grand CrossingFurnished Loft @ Grand Crossing820 Sq Ft$1,300
Edgemont Park ApartmentsEdgemont 1 bed/1bath Poolside Balcony675 Sq Ft$845
Park @ Nine23A1sw_RENO650 Sq Ft$765
Park Avenue LoftsMezzanine Loft - AVAILABLE NOW!649 Sq Ft$1,300
The Residence @ Willow Falls1 Bed A w/Balcony638 Sq Ft$1,475

Cheapest Available Independence and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Independence, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $643 at Prairie Village of LaPorte City . The second most affordable Independence 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at Meadow Ridge Apartments starting at $675 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Independence is currently $1,082. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Independence:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Prairie Village of LaPorte City1 Bedroom$643
Meadow Ridge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA$675
1106-1110 Kent CircleKent Circle 1 Bed/1 Bath$750
Urban Edge Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA$750
Park @ Nine23A1gv$765

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Getting Around Independence, IA

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Independence Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Independence with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Independence is at Prairie Village of LaPorte City listed at $643.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Independence is $1,082.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Independence is a 820 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Grand Crossing.

What is the average size for Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Independence is currently 610 sq ft.

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