Independence, IA rental market

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Last updated October 3, 2025

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Independence, IA is $1,250.

Average rent

$1,250

Month-over-month change

+$255

Year-over-year change

+$165

Available rentals

5

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $850 to $1,300.

Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$8001
$9001
$1,2002
$1,300+2

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $165 compared to the previous year.

Average rent price over time
Last year (2024)This year (2025)
Jan$1,200$750
Feb$710$850
Mar$1,325$750
Apr$750$940
May$750$875
Jun$1,250$850
Jul$750$750
Aug$1,250$750
Sep$1,175$995
Oct$975$950
Nov$765No data
Dec$765No data

Market temperature

The Independence, IA rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

hot

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in Independence, IA is 39% lower than the national average.

Independence, IAvs.

$1,250

$2,039

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in Independence, IA?

The average rent in Independence, IA is $1,250.

2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Independence, IA?

Houses in Independence, IA rent between $850 - $1,300 with an average rent of $1,250.

3. How has the rent in Independence, IA changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in Independence, IA increased by $165

4. How much has the rent in Independence, IA increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in Independence, IA increased by $255

5. How many available rentals are there in Independence, IA?

There are currently 5 rentals available in Independence, IA.

6. How do rent prices in Independence, IA compare with the national average?

The average rent in Independence, IA is $1,250 — 38.7% lower the national average of $2,039.

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