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1d ago
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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–$1,746
Price drop
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2d 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
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4d 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
$1,489–$1,829
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4d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,790
House for rent
Available Jul 7
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
$1,840
Price drop
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Available Jun 16
5d+ ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,665
$1,560
Price drop
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,680
House for rent
Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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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 11
2d ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jun 12
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
2d ago
Bristol condo for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Condo for rent
Available Aug 12
2d 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
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$945
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,120–$1,515
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1601 Blue Ridge Blvd, Independence, MO 64052
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$649–$909
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bristol house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$680–$1,049
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ott-Chrisman apartment for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$800
$795
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Carlisle condo for rent in Independence
3 beds
2 baths
$1,195
Condo for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Hill Park house for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Heart of Independence apartment for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 18
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
Heart of Independence apartment for rent in Independence
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Hill Park apartment for rent in Independence
1805 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64052
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
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
1d ago
19700 E 39th Pl S, Independence, MO 64057
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,233–$2,660
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Blackburn house for rent in Independence
3400 Gateway Dr, Independence, MO 64057
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Jun 15
1d 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
Heart of Independence apartment for rent in Independence
2 beds
1 bath
$1,120
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Highland Manor townhouse for rent in Independence
17203 E 48th Terrace Ct S, Independence, MO 64055
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jul 20
2d ago
House for rent in Independence
3 beds
2 baths
$1,550
House for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$965
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Procter house for rent in Independence
3 beds
2 baths
$1,375
House for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$799
House for rent
3d ago
Benton house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
2 baths
$720
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
3d ago
Sycamore house for rent in Independence
3627 S Emery St, Independence, MO 64055
Swimming pool
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,905
House for rent
3d ago
Blue Village house for rent in Independence
18508 E Blackhawk Trl, Independence, MO 64056
Swimming pool
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,980
House for rent
3d ago
Rockwood house for rent in Independence
2702 S Glenwood Ave, Independence, MO 64052
Swimming pool | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,555
House for rent
3d ago
9715 9715 E 35th Terrace S & 9900 E 36th Street S, Independence, MO 64052
Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,095
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Luff apartment for rent in Independence
2 beds
1.5 baths
$975
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 13
3d ago
Sycamore house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,525
House for rent
3d ago
Benton house for rent in Independence
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,675
House for rent
3d ago
Ott-Chrisman house for rent in Independence
804 W Jones St, Independence, MO 64050
Garage parking | Ceiling fan | Storage
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
House for rent
3d ago
Highland Manor house for rent in Independence
4815 S Kendall Dr, Independence, MO 64055
Swimming pool | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,070
House for rent
4d ago
Benton house for rent in Independence
3 beds
1 bath
$1,225
House for rent
Available Jun 11
4d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$895–$1,075
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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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