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Rents in Independence are $51 below the Jackson County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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317 W Kansas Ave Ste B, Independence, MO 64050
Laura Lynne Real Estate, based in Independence, offers property management for homes in Kansas City and Independence and also helps clients buy and sell homes.
In their words: “We can help with your sale/purchase and provide property management services.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a kind, responsive team and a thorough, informative rental process.
17201 E US Hwy 40 Ste 216, Independence, MO 64055
Evernest Property Management, part of the Evernest brand, manages single-family homes and multifamily properties in Kansas City from its Independence office, with leasing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, rehabs and brokerage.
In their words: “Evernest can support you in accomplishing your goals with our full-service property management and real estate brokerage services.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a smooth leasing and application process, quick responses and responsive staff.
129 West 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055
Forge Home Group, based in Independence, manages rental homes in Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas, with maintenance, construction, inspections, financial reporting and real estate sales.
In their words: “Reliable, cost-effective property management, maintenance, renovation, and real estate services.”
Review summary: Reviewers, many of them owners, often mention a capable property manager, clear communication and good tenant screening.
2620 Hub Dr N, Independence, MO 64055
Penner Property Management, based in Independence, manages single-family homes and small multiplexes in Eastern Jackson County and Cass County, handling advertising, tenant screening, maintenance, renovations and bill pay for owners.
In their words: “Collection of Rents – As your property manager, we streamline the rent collection process to ensure efficiency and reliability.”
Review summary: Reviewers, several of them rental owners, often mention a caring staff and careful handling of their rentals.
14400 E 42nd St S #200, Independence, MO 64055
Secured Asset Management is a property management company with an office in Independence, Missouri. Its listing gives no further detail on the properties or areas it manages.
10920 E Winner Rd, Independence, MO 64052
Kansas City Property Solutions is a small local company in Independence that manages long-term and short-term rentals, homes, apartments, HOAs and condo associations across the Kansas City Metro area, with tenant screening, rent collection and owner direct deposits.
113 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050
STB Management manages rental properties for property investors in Independence and Kansas City, offering tenant screening, property maintenance and general property management.
In their words: “The balance between quality and quantity is important for both the tenant and the property investor.”
13905 East 39th St S Ste 200, Independence, MO 64055
One Stop Property Management manages single-family homes, condos and townhomes for individual owners and investors in Kansas City, Lees Summit, Independence and Raytown, with marketing, tenant screening, leasing, maintenance and accounting.
In their words: “We provide full management services, including marketing, tenant screening, leasing, maintenance, and accounting.”
1203 E US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050
Forza Property Management manages single-family homes, apartments and duplexes in the eastern Kansas City area, including Independence, Blue Springs, Buckner, Grain Valley, Oak Grove, Odessa and Sugar Creek, with leasing and an owner portal.
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Rents in Independence are $51 below the Jackson County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 7 of the last 12 months: +$43 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Independence's typical asking rent is $51 (3.5%) below the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Independence is number 6 of 7 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in May, June and July, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 10 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence | $1,395 | +3.2% | 9 |
| Blue Springs | $1,748 | +2.8% | 8 |
| Raytown | $1,484 | +3.6% | 2 |
| Kansas City | $1,446 | +4.3% | 47 |
| Lee's Summit | $1,614 | +3.9% | 8 |
| North Kansas City | $1,507 | +3.9% | 2 |
| Grandview | $1,357 | +5.1% | 3 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Kansas City, MO-KS HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 9 property management companies in Independence, Jackson County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Blue Springs and Grandview, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Independence is $1,395 (September 2026); +3.2% over the past year and +32.0% over five years. About 39.1% of homes in Independence are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.4% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 9 property management companies in Independence, MO.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Independence was $1,395 a month in September 2026, +3.2% on a year earlier.
Over the 10 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in May, June and July. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
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