
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heart of Independence Neighborhood of Independence, MO from $300 (13 Rentals)
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10502 E Winner Rd

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Heart of Independence, Independence, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Heart of Independence?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Heart of Independence Studio Apartments | $727 | $600 | $850 |
Heart of Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $595 | $1,349 |
Heart of Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $725 | $1,589 |
Heart of Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $1,067 | $1,945 |
Heart of Independence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,505 | $1,505 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Heart of Independence Neighborhood of Independence, MO.
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Cheapest Available Heart of Independence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heart of Independence area of Kansas City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments priced from $600. Oxford Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Heart of Independence apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brookside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Pleasant Grove Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $680 |
The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Timber Creek Apartments | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Independence, MO
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Heart of Independence area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Sterling Creek Apartments in the in the Fairland Heights neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Heart of Independence apartment is the Three Bedroom One and 1/2 Bath Townhome Model at Roosevelt Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Fairland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heart of Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sterling Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Roosevelt Apartments | Three Bedroom One and 1/2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Maple Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Brookside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
Stonegate Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Stone Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Whispering Lake | The San Remo | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
The Hudson | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Timber Creek Apartments | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Oxford Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHeart Of Independence, Independence, MO
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Getting Around the Heart of Independence Neighborhood in Independence, MO
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 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 Heart of Independence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Heart of Independence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Heart of Independence is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Heart of Independence?
The cheapest apartment in Heart of Independence is Brookside Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Heart of Independence costs $1,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Heart of Independence?
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 7 regular apartments in Heart of Independence 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 Heart of Independence?
Cheap apartments in Heart of Independence have an average cost of $651 which is $854 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heart of Independence.
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