Cheap Homes for Rent in Benton Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $700 (10 Rentals)

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Benton, Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Benton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Benton area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowbrook Apartments priced from $675. Stonegate Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Benton apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$675
Stonegate Meadows Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
The HudsonTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benton, MO

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Benton area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Independence Model at Market 1900 Apartment Homes in the in the McCoy neighborhood starting from $1,339. The second greatest value Benton apartment is the Two Bed One Bath Model at The Hudson starting at $875 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the McCoy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Benton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Market 1900 Apartment HomesThe Independence2BR,2BA$1.41
The HudsonTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Stone Oak Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath | A2BR,1BA$1.32
Indy Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.38
Oval Spring Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | E1BR,1BA$1.30
2328 S Grand Ave2328 S Grand Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Stonegate Meadows Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Villa Park ApartmentsOne bed1BR,1BA$1.36
Glendale at the Mansion Apartments1C1BR,1BA$1.60
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Benton

What type of rentals are currently available in Benton?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Benton, MO with pricing that ranges from $436 to $2,793. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Benton ranging from $795 to $2,360.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Benton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Benton ranges from $795 to $2,360 with an average monthly rent of $1,326.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Benton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Benton range from $1,067 to $1,735, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,360. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,560 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,405.

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