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2905 S Lees Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$915–$1,751
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3d ago
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3100 Quail Creek Dr, Independence, MO 64055
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$740–$1,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
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4580 S Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,364–$1,569
Apartment for rent
8h ago
3 beds
2 baths
$1,745
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,865
$1,725
Price drop
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Available Jul 7
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,610
$1,530
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jun 22
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,680
House for rent
Available Jun 26
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,035
House for rent
Available Jun 16
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,790
House for rent
Available Jun 18
11h ago
Verified
Ceiling fan | Storage | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 22
On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jun 12
3h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$945
Apartment for rent
11h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,120–$1,515
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Blue Village townhouse for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
Available Jun 19
3d ago
414 Hillside Dr, Independence, MO 64050
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$699–$1,199
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1601 Blue Ridge Blvd, Independence, MO 64052
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$649–$1,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$680–$1,049
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ott-Chrisman apartment for rent in Independence
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
Available May 10
5d+ ago
Ott-Chrisman apartment for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$770
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hill Park house for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Harrison apartment for rent in Independence
On-site management | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
Available May 31
5d+ ago
Three Trails house for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$999
House for rent
Available May 8
5d+ ago
Heart of Independence apartment for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bristol house for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$850
House for rent
1h ago
19700 E 39th Pl S, Independence, MO 64057
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,233–$2,653
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Benton house for rent in Independence
Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$1,445
House for rent
3h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$879
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Bridger apartment for rent in Independence
1900 S Brookstone Village Dr, Independence, MO 64057
Air conditioning | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,825
Apartment for rent
5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$965
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Town Hall house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1 bath
$1,299
House for rent
Available Jan 26
11h ago
Luff house for rent in Independence
3601 S Pleasant St, Independence, MO 64055
Swimming pool | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,725
House for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
728 N Jennings Rd, Independence, MO 64056
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Outdoor space
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$760–$995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3151 S Jennings Rd, Independence, MO 64055
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$985–$1,135
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Mt. Washington apartment for rent in Independence
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$925
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Heart of Independence apartment for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 18
3d ago
Benton house for rent in Independence
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$799
House for rent
3d ago
Blue Village house for rent in Independence
20308 E 17th St N, Independence, MO 64056
Swimming pool | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$1,960
House for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Independence
1417 Osage Trl, Independence, MO 64058
Swimming pool | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$1,660
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
2 baths
$720
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Blackburn house for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
House for rent
Available Mar 28
3d ago
120 W Elizabeth St, Independence, MO 64050
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
3d ago
9715 E 35th Ter S, Independence, MO 64052
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,095
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Luff apartment for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 13
4d ago
Rock Creek South house for rent in Independence
3327 S Arlington Ave #3327, Independence, MO 64052
Hardwood floor | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
House for rent
Available Jun 26
4d ago
Hanthorn house for rent in Independence
4 beds
2 baths
$1,795
House for rent
4d ago
Randall house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
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Independence, MO offers a mix of suburban convenience and historical appeal. Residents appreciate the variety of amenities, especially local parks and shopping options, which provide plenty of recreational opportunities. The schools receive positive remarks, making the area attractive for families. However, some express concerns about traffic congestion and the need for better public transportation options. Overall, the city has its perks but also presents challenges typical of growing suburban areas.
Independence's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $900 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,100 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across all neighborhoods in the city.
October offers the lowest rental prices in Independence, while December represents the least competitive period with reduced demand compared to supply. Moving during these months could result in lower prices and less competition, as June sees the highest rent with approximately a 6% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.
South Crysler generates the highest renter interest at 1.9 times market average, with Ott-Chrisman and Three Trails also drawing strong attention at 1.5 and 1.2 times average interest respectively. For social living, areas like 39th East, Fairland Heights, Southern, and Glendale offer strong walk scores and well-developed street infrastructure with transit accessibility.
Mt Washington offers the most affordable option with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $740 per month, running 14% below the city median. Procter provides another budget-friendly choice at around $750 monthly, 12% under median rates, while Heart of Independence features a median rent of around $850.
Independence welcomes pets with 62% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Ott-Chrisman, Three Trails, Cler-Mont, and Chapel neighborhoods particularly cater to pet owners with outdoor spaces, pet waste stations, and properties without breed restrictions, plus many buildings include dedicated pet spaces and host pet events.
Utilities are rarely included in Independence rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. Studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms all show utilities included in fewer than 0.05% of available units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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