The Cornerstone Renovated
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 773 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,299/mo
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Cornerstone Apartments
$1,299 – $1,531/mo
- 1–2 bedrooms
- 1–2 baths
- 773–1,000 sq ft
- 24 units available
- Pet friendly
As of October 14, 2026, Cornerstone Apartments in Independence, MO has 24 apartments for rent from $1,299 to $1,531/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,299 and two-bedrooms at $1,458. The average asking rent has risen 2.6% since April 17, 2026, from $1,381 to $1,416.
Floor plans
Cornerstone Apartments has 24 units available across 2 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (773 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (1,000 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.
The Jackson Renovated
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,000 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,458/mo
| 12 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04-303 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Jun 29 | |
| 07-308 | $1,479 | 1,000 | Jul 2 | |
| 04-301 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Jul 25 | |
| 05-304 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Jul 30 | |
| 05-206 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Aug 18 | |
| 02-308 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Aug 19 | |
| 01-207 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Sep 10 | |
| 02-304 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Sep 10 | |
| 04-203 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Sep 24 | |
| 05-306 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Oct 8 | |
| 02-206 | $1,531 | 1,000 | Oct 31 | |
| 05-308 | $1,458 | 1,000 | Nov 20 |
See all 106 units listed at Cornerstone Apartments, including ones no longer available.
Cost to rent here
At Cornerstone Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,538 a month all-in: $1,299 rent and an estimated $239 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,768.
All-in from$1,538/mo
Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.
Can you afford it?
Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Cornerstone Apartments takes about $46,764 a year for a one-bedroom and $52,488 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,538 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $66,700 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$1,538/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$66,700/yr
Income to qualify
$46,764/yr
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Rent history
Over the past year, the average asking rent at Cornerstone Apartments has ranged from $1,324 to $1,446. The current average is $1,416, up $35 (2.6%) from $1,381 at the start.
Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (169 days observed).
Fees & lease terms
At Cornerstone Apartments, leases run 12 months.
Rent
$1,299 – $1,531/moLease term
12 monthsMove-in special
Waived admin fee with approved creditEarliest move-in
Jun 9
Amenities
Cornerstone Apartments is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 25 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center, private patio or balcony, and business center.
24-Hour Fitness Center
9-Foot Ceilings
Bbq & Picnic Areas
Business Center
Ceiling Fans
Chat With Us
Extra Storage
Flexible Rent Payments
Fully Equipped Kitchens
Furnished Apartments*
Gift Wrapping Center
Hot Tub
On-Site Dog Park
Oversized Windows
Private Patio Or Balcony
Resident Car Wash
Resident Clubhouse
Stainless-Steel Appliances*
Stand-Up Showers
Walk-In Closets
Washer & Dryer Included
White Cabinets*
Wood-Style Flooring*
Year-Round Indoor-Outdoor Swimming Pool
Renovated Home
Amenity photos
- Pool
Location
3950 S Jackson Dr, Independence, MO, 64057
Resident reviews
Cornerstone Apartments has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.9) and management (4.4) highest and building quality (3.3) lowest.
4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
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Mixed
Neutral
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Management4.4
Maintenance4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.2
Location3.7
Building Quality3.3
Overall100 reviews
Cornerstone Apartments receives predominantly positive feedback, with residents consistently praising responsive maintenance, friendly office staff, and well-maintained grounds. Common concerns include limited parking availability, security issues including vehicle break-ins, and rising rental fees. The property offers good amenities including a pool and fitness center, with a convenient location near shopping and services.
Management and office staff receive consistent praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and helpfulness across lease signings, maintenance coordination, and resident communication. Maintenance teams are noted for quick response times and thorough problem resolution. A small number of negative reviews cite billing policy enforcement and isolated management interactions, though these represent a minority of feedback.
Maintenance response is consistently fast, with most requests resolved same-day or next-day. Residents report maintenance staff as professional, friendly, and thorough in addressing repairs ranging from emergency flooding response to routine appliance and HVAC issues. The maintenance team is frequently cited as a key strength of the property, with high reliability and courteous service.
Residents consistently praise the amenities, particularly the pool and gym facilities, along with responsive maintenance and friendly staff. Parking availability and pet waste management in common areas are recurring concerns. Overall, the property is well-maintained with good grounds upkeep, though parking constraints and pet-related cleanliness issues detract from the experience.
The property benefits from a convenient location near shopping, restaurants, and schools with a quiet residential atmosphere that residents appreciate. However, parking availability and logistics are a significant concern, with multiple residents reporting insufficient spaces and long walks to units, particularly during evening hours. Security presence and maintenance responsiveness receive mixed feedback, with some residents noting quick repairs while others report unaddressed safety concerns in the parking area.
Building quality receives mixed feedback. Positive reviews highlight well-maintained apartments with responsive maintenance and good cleanliness standards. However, noise transmission between units is a recurring concern, with residents reporting audible footsteps and sound from neighboring apartments. Some residents also note issues with common area upkeep, particularly pet waste in outdoor spaces.
Getting around
Cornerstone Apartments is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.
- Walking
- Car-dependent
- Grade F
- Transit
- Minimal
- Grade F
- Biking
- Not bikeable
- Grade F
Climate and air quality
Air quality near Cornerstone Apartments was good on 252 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 56, moderate). Daily highs averaged 89°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 21°F in January, the coldest.
Air quality
252 good-air days
of the past 365: Good, AQI 36
Temperature
89° / 21°
average July high / January low: 69° high, 60° low
Pollen
Moderate
Oct 14–18 forecastTree: none, grass: none, weed: moderate
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F | 21°F | 42 (good) | 23 of 31 |
| February | 53°F | 31°F | 49 (good) | 16 of 28 |
| March | 66°F | 41°F | 44 (good) | 25 of 31 |
| April | 70°F | 51°F | 40 (good) | 28 of 30 |
| May | 76°F | 56°F | 43 (good) | 27 of 31 |
| June | 84°F | 67°F | 47 (good) | 19 of 30 |
| July | 89°F | 72°F | 56 (moderate) | 7 of 31 |
| August | 88°F | 70°F | 54 (moderate) | 10 of 31 |
| September | 85°F | 68°F | 46 (good) | 21 of 30 |
| October | 73°F | 53°F | 37 (good) | 29 of 31 |
| November | 57°F | 39°F | 34 (good) | 25 of 30 |
| December | 46°F | 27°F | 43 (good) | 22 of 31 |
About this property
Experience your best life at Cornerstone Apartments. Our one and two bedroom apartments for rent in Independence, Missouri, are located near the best shopping and schools in the area. Inside our community, youâll enjoy premium community amenities along with beautiful in-home features that cater to your everyday. Life at Cornerstone Apartments is good.
Nearby schools
The closest school to Cornerstone Apartments is Tri-City Christian School, a private high school 0.8 miles away. The closest public school is Blackburn Elementary School, 2.3 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Tri-City Christian School Private · High | Private | High | 0.8 mi |
Hand In Hand Childrens Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.8 mi |
Blackburn Early Education Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 2.2 mi |
Blackburn Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 2.3 mi |
Creative World School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.5 mi |
Little Blue Elementary Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 2.5 mi |
Bridger Middle School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 2.5 mi |
A-Zanipolo Child Care-Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.5 mi |
Bethel Baptist Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.6 mi |
Grandmas Early Lc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.7 mi |
Contact & management
Cornerstone Apartments is managed by Mission Rock Residential. The leasing office's phone number is 816-945-8713.
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