Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Independence Plaza Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $695 (67 Rentals)

532 Gladstone Blvd

Pendleton Heights Apartments

223 N Jackson Ave

Century Towers Apartments

Smart Lofts on Gladstone

Grand Boulevard Lofts
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

The Landings at River Market

2603-2631 Amie Ct

638 Van Brunt Blvd

Lakeview II Apartments

Walnut Tower Apartments

KC Loft Central

Flashcube Apartments

26th Street Station

Professional Building
Kansas City's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Kansas City and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Amber Kanuckel

Vine Street Lofts

The Mark

Marcato

One Nine Vine Apartments

Pickwick Plaza

1015 Pacific St

Founders at Union Hill
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 | $1,435 | $750 | $5,460 |
Independence Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $695 | $6,794 |
Independence Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $825 | $9,315 |
Independence Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,984 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
Independence Plaza 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
Explore Kansas City
Independence Plaza, Kansas City, MO Local Guide
- Nearby Kansas City neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Getting Around the Independence Plaza Neighborhood in Kansas City, MO
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 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 $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Independence Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Independence Plaza is Courthouse Lofts which is listed at $678, while the average apartment in Independence Plaza costs $2,130.
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 63 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 $109 which is $2,021 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Independence Plaza.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Kansas City
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
Hello, and welcome! I’m Amber, and I’ll be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Kansas City.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.