Independence, Missouri

Independence, Missouri, lies on the south bank of the Missouri River, near the western edge of the state and a few miles east of Kansas City. It is the fourth largest city in Missouri with approximately 115,000 people.

Apartments in Independence, Missouri

Renting an apartment in Independence, Missouri is relatively affordable. In 2004 monthly median apartment rent in the Kansas City metropolitan area ranged from $550 to $590 for one bedroom; $710 to $785 for two bedrooms; and $895 to $950 for three bedrooms, or 75 cents per square foot.

Independence Center Mall and Other Shopping in Independence, Missouri

A wide variety of high-quality retailers in and near the Independence Center mall include the Independence Commons, Independence Center, Independence Crossroads, Hartman Heritage, Eastland Center and Bolger Square shopping centers. Each center offers a variety of retail, restaurants and service businesses and attracts shoppers from across the metro area. There are many other shopping, dining and cultural areas throughout the city of Independence. Apartment renters will enjoy exploring the many activities in the area.

Independence, Missouri School District

Independence School District (521-2700) is known for its innovation. When renting an apartment in the Independence School District, it is comforting to know that the district is committed to boosting student achievement. A solid foundation is designed to provide children the knowledge and skills they will need now and in the future. Each elementary school offers a Child and Family Learning Center, which provides early education for three- to five-year-olds and offers before- and after-school care for school-age children.

On the middle school campus of the Independence School District, a high-tech science center is available to district students and to the community. Both high schools participate in the A+ program, which offers graduates who meet certain criteria free tuition at any of the metropolitan community colleges.