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Rental Market Trends in Independence, MO

What is the average rent in Independence, MO?

$999/month

Average Rent

670 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2.2%

Increase in the Last Year

As of March 2026, the average rent in Independence, MO is $999 per month. This is 39% lower than the national average rent of $1,627/month, making renting in Independence more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Independence, you can expect to pay about $706 per month for a studio, $999 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,282 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,624 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$706/month
338 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$999/month
670 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,282/month
969 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,624/month
1,320 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$666/month
185 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,144/month
586 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,741/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,002/month
1,503 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Independence, MO?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $23 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated March 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Independence, MO
Last Updated March 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Independence, MO
Percentage*
Rent Range
11% Below $700/month
52% $700 - $1,000/month
27% $1,001 - $1,500/month
7% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Independence?

Based on current rent prices, Glendale, Glendale Gardens and Blackburn are the most affordable neighborhoods in Independence.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Glendale
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft
Glendale Gardens
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft
Blackburn
$1,146/month
701 Sq Ft
Drumm Farm Villas
$1,153/month
652 Sq Ft
Little Blue
$1,338/month
679 Sq Ft
Highland Manor
$1,361/month
737 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Independence?

Based on current rent prices, Highland Manor, Little Blue and Drumm Farm Villas are the most expensive neighborhoods in Independence.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Highland Manor
$1,361/month
737 Sq Ft
Little Blue
$1,338/month
679 Sq Ft
Drumm Farm Villas
$1,153/month
652 Sq Ft
Blackburn
$1,146/month
701 Sq Ft
Glendale
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft
Glendale Gardens
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft

Which Independence neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Independence with the most apartments available are Glendale, Glendale Gardens and Blackburn .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Glendale
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft
Glendale Gardens
$1,076/month
675 Sq Ft
Blackburn
$1,146/month
701 Sq Ft
Highland Manor
$1,361/month
737 Sq Ft
Drumm Farm Villas
$1,153/month
652 Sq Ft
Little Blue
$1,338/month
679 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Independence, MO?

Because the average rent in Independence is $999, you’ll want to make about $3,330 per month or $39,960 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Apartment Averages

Glendale

Independence, MO

Highland Manor

Independence, MO

Studio
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One Bedroom
$1,066/month
$1,245/month
Two Bedroom
$1,292/month
$1,548/month
Three Bedroom
$1,534/month
$2,102/month
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19012 E 37th Ter S,
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Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

3100 Quail Creek Dr,
Independence, MO 64055

$1,085 - $1,560

1-3 Beds

Nolia on the Hill

Nolia on the Hill

2905 S Lees Summit Rd,
Independence, MO 64055

$975 - $1,650

1-3 Beds

Autumn Place

Autumn Place

1300 NW Candletree Dr,
Blue Springs, MO 64015

$850 - $1,300

1-3 Beds

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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