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Independence, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments in the Sheffield neighborhood priced from $600. Oxford Commons in the Heart of Independence neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$600
Oxford CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$600
Independence TowersStudioStudio,1BA$650
Hampton Court ApartmentsJunior 1-BedStudio,1BA$650
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Independence apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Alta Village Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the South Crysler neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sterling Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
Alta Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Brookside ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Hampton Court Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.92
Coventry Park KC Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
Oval Spring Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | E1BR,1BA$1.30
Stonegate Meadows Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Stadium View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Williamsburg SquareA11BR,1BA$1.25
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence

What type of rentals are currently available in Independence?

There are currently 194 Apartments for Rent in Independence, MO with pricing that ranges from $275 to $2,793. There are also 166 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Independence ranging from $795 to $3,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Independence ranges from $795 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,494.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Independence range from $1,067 to $2,766, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,575. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,525 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,405.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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