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Eastland Trails

4631 South Eastland Center Drive, Independence, MO 64055
(343 Reviews)
$1,106 - $1,940/mo
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1 Bedroom

Armstrong

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 691 sq. ft.

$1,106

5 Available Units

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Coltrane

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 819 sq. ft.

$1,234

3 Available Units

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Basie

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 700 sq. ft.

$1,125

2 Available Units

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Davis I

1 Bed, 1 Bath | 972 sq. ft.

$1,319

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2 Bedrooms

Hampton

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,223 sq. ft.

$1,527

3 Available Units

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Davis II

2 Beds, 1 Bath | 972 sq. ft.

$1,427

1 Available Unit

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Gillespie

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,090 sq. ft.

$1,557

1 Available Unit

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Fitzgerald

2 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,088 sq. ft.

$1,422

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3 Bedrooms

Ellington

3 Beds, 2 Baths | 1,321 sq. ft.

$1,940

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James

3 Beds, 3 Baths | 1,353 sq. ft.

$1,885

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Resident 1097338

Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

12/25/2022

We are new to our community and moved here after being displced by Hurricane Ian. The entitlre staff has been responsive, caring, and professional during our transition. The complex is professionally managed and maintained. After touring complexes we chose Eastland for its location, condition, andā€¦Ā See More >
    Manager

    12/27/2022

    Eastland Trails
    Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. While we are sorry that you joined us due to unfortunate events, we are thrilled to have you with us. Thank you for your kind words we are glad to learn that you are enjoying your time and our staff has been helpful and professional. Thank you for being apart of our community!
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    Resident 689363

    Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

    12/4/2022

    We are potentially going to rent here in a few months. Everything looks perfect. The grounds were well kept. Everything was clean and the staff member Trevor who helped us was very inviting. I left here not wanting to look at any other options becauseā€¦Ā See More >
      Manager

      12/5/2022

      Eastland Trails
      Oh my gosh! What an amazing review! Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how much you valued your experience with Trevor. We think he's pretty great, but it's great to see when other people think so too. :) Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help during your transition!
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      Resident 1087793

      Verified Resident ā€¢ 2020 - 2022

      11/22/2022

      We love living here. The apartment is spacious and bright. The grounds are kept neat and beautiful. Staff are very attentive and friendly. We hope to stay for a long while. Our location is quiet and all are respectful.

        Manager

        11/22/2022

        Eastland Trails
        Love is in the air, because we love that you love living here! Our team appreciates your kind words and it's so nice to know our efforts don't go unnoticed. I would love to hear your feedback on ways we can improve our events and sense of community. If you have suggestions, bring 'em our way! Thank you again so much for taking the time to let us know how we are doing!
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        Resident 1077841

        Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

        10/23/2022

        Amazing staff. Beautiful property, landscaping, and overall soundings. Located perfectly for shopping, food, and outdoor recreation. Love to run and bike- this property allows for that with ease being located along the trail system.

          Manager

          10/23/2022

          Eastland Trails
          Wow! A solid 5 stars across the board is a huge compliment! Thank you so much for your review and we are thrilled to hear your experience of our staff, community, and location has exceeded expectations. Please let us know if there is ever anything else we could do to make your stay at Eastland Trails great.

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          Resident 945109

          Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

          10/16/2022

          Our experience has been great. The management is quick to respond to any issue and to keep people accountable for pet and parking violations. Management also continues to keep the grounds looking good.

            Manager

            10/17/2022

            Eastland Trails
            Wow! Thank you so much for this exceptional review! We are so glad to hear you are loving your time at Eastland Trails. Please let us know how we can continue to keep making your stay with us phenomenal.

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            Resident 812462

            Verified Resident ā€¢ 2020 - 2022

            10/16/2022

            This is a very nice and quiet community . I love living here. There are many activities for those who like to be active in the community all year long. The staff and grounds people are very helpful. Again you will love this community!

              Manager

              10/17/2022

              Eastland Trails
              Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm glad you are enjoying our resident events and the care our team takes with our residents. If you ever have suggestions on what activities you would like to see, please let us know! We would really love to have your input.

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              Resident 885052

              Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

              10/16/2022

              It's a nice quiet community. There's fun events at the club house & easy access to an amazing walking trail. The apartments are nice & spacious & the patio is the perfect size & even has a storage closet!

                Manager

                10/17/2022

                Eastland Trails
                So happy to hear you are enjoying your time at Eastland Trails! Your satisfaction with your home is our top priority and I'm glad to hear you love the space you have. I did see it looks like there is some room for improvement for you and we would love to have your feedback in those areas so that we can work to attain a 5 star rating. Please contact our office with any concerns or suggestions you may have. We value your feedback!
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                Resident 1074448

                Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

                10/11/2022

                I just move to this community Everyone in the office was great.. the move in went smoothly. So far the community is quite, and my neighbors are friendly. I believe I will be happy living in this community. I'm around plenty of restaurants and hotels.ā€¦Ā See More >
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                  10/11/2022

                  Eastland Trails
                  We are so happy to hear you are loving your new home and that our team and community exceeded your expectations! You are so right, there are so many good restaurants and shopping around here. If you ever want any recommendations, you can always ask our team and they would be happy to help you with that as well! Thank you so much for your feedback. Please continue to share your thoughts with us over the course of your stay as we love knowing what we are doing right and where we can improve.
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                  Resident 1068252

                  Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

                  9/20/2022

                  so far its been nice. friendly in person interactions. The emails received from the manager are frank and not friendly. Grounds are kept nicely. enjoying the amenities. While in the apartments noises aren't easily heard. I do wish there was a play area for kids.ā€¦Ā See More >
                    Manager

                    9/21/2022

                    Eastland Trails
                    While I love that your overall experience has been great, I'm saddened to hear you believe the office interactions have left something to be desired. I know our team is devoted to make the best possible impression and they would love your feedback with more context. Please call Liberty, or any other team member if you don't feel comfortable speaking to her, at 816-795-8464 to ensure your concerns are adequately addressed. We appreciate hearing your suggestions for community amenities and will take it into consideration.

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                    Resident 732111

                    Verified Resident ā€¢ 2019 - 2022

                    9/11/2022

                    For the most part good. Maintenance is excellent. Grounds are taken care of and are attractive. Occasional trash blowing around the grounds and is not picked up. Problem handling with tenant complaints could be better. Staff is courteous.

                      Manager

                      9/12/2022

                      Eastland Trails
                      Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave us feedback on your experience at Eastland Trails! We are happy to hear that our maintenance team is providing you with the best in class service and we thank you for your kind words about all of their hard work. While we are happy to hear of your positive experiences at Eastland, we would like to hear more about your concerns. We ask that you please reach out to your community manager, Liberty at 816-795-8464 at your earliest convenience. Thank you for being apart of our community!
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                      Resident 1062090

                      Verified Resident ā€¢ 2019 - 2022

                      9/4/2022

                      The apartment is very comfortable and quitter other residents respect your privacy and very friendly. The staff help when ever you have any problems. There is very reliable maintenance that they know what and how to take care what needs to be fixed

                        Manager

                        9/6/2022

                        Eastland Trails
                        Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave us feedback on your experience at Eastland Trails, we are happy tp hear that you love living here and that our hard-working and dedicated team has provided you with the best in class service! Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly. Thank you for being apart of our community!

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                        Resident 777395

                        Verified Resident ā€¢ 2018 - 2022

                        8/1/2022

                        I have live at this community for probably 8 years on and off. I love my apartment and am close to my sister which is why I stay! The quality of service I get from management and maintenance is fantastic but the quality of residentsā€¦Ā See More >
                          Manager

                          8/2/2022

                          Eastland Trails
                          Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave us feedback on your experience at Eastland Trails. We are happy to hear that the prime location keeps you close to family and that our amazing maintenance and office teams have delivered you quality service all these years! While we are so happy to hear that Eastland Trails has been your long time home, we are disheartened to hear that your experience here is not fully meeting our standards of best in class service. We ask that you please reach out to your community manager, Liberty, for us to learn more about your experience. Liberty is the best to remedy this and can be reached at 816-795-8464. Thank you for being apart of our community!

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                          Resident 142048

                          Verified Resident ā€¢ 2019 - 2022

                          7/3/2022

                          After my children grew up and when my husband died, I sold our family home because of all the maintenance it required...I thought I would move here for just a while because I had never experienced apartment living...Im very pleased! the maintenance free livingā€¦Ā See More >
                            Manager

                            7/5/2022

                            Eastland Trails
                            Hello, We are thrilled to hear of your positive experience at Eastland Trails and thank you for taking time to leave us feedback. We are so happy that you feel right at home within our community and take advantage of all the amazing amenities that we have to offer and getting to know others within the community at fun community events! We strive for our community to feel safe and like home for all residents and are so pleased to hear that has been the case for you. Should you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us directly. We're more than happy to help. Thank you for being apart of our community!

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                            Resident 996014

                            Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

                            5/17/2022

                            I love this community it is very accessible to everything and grounds are well kept and very friendly neighbors. I can walk on nearby trail also minutes away from Costco, Arena and all kinds of restaurants and fast food.

                              Manager

                              5/17/2022

                              Eastland Trails
                              Wow! I am so grateful for your feedback. We love to hear how happy our residents are with our teams and community. Please let us know what we can do to keep impressing you with our service!

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                              Resident 887018

                              Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

                              5/11/2022

                              Really like living in the complex. They take care of all our needs as well as keeping the property updated, clean and safe. The new hammocks are a nice addition. Wish we had some park benches along the center sidewalk, just toā€¦Ā See More >
                                Manager

                                5/11/2022

                                Eastland Trails
                                I thrilled to hear this feedback for our team and our community! I love the idea of the park benches, I will try to pitch this idea and see what we can do. :)

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                                anonymous

                                Resident ā€¢ 2014 - 2022

                                4/23/2022

                                Replying to Eastland trails manager

                                i had to wait until I was on my walk to find the area where I had taken that photo and itā€™s in front of building 4617. Youā€™re right you have had landscapers here and things look real nice. Thatā€™s why areas like that standā€¦Ā See More >
                                  Manager

                                  4/23/2022

                                  Eastland Trails
                                  Thank you for that feedback! I will go look at the area and see if I can get the landscapers to seed there as well.
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                                  Resident 1018401

                                  Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

                                  4/21/2022

                                  Nicely maintained apartment complex. Close to shopping, dining and highway access. Very cheap kitchen appliances and washer/dryers. They do not really function as appliances should in this day and age.

                                    Manager

                                    4/23/2022

                                    Eastland Trails
                                    Thank you so much for taking the time to offer your honest feedback. While I am happy to hear you approve of our upkeep of the community, I'm sorry to hear the fixtures in your home are not to your standard. You mentioned that you don't believe they function well. I would love the opportunity to chat with you and see if the issues you are experiencing could be addressed by our service team. Please reach out to us at your earliest convenience at 816-795-8464.

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                                    Resident 705459

                                    Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

                                    3/23/2022

                                    The apartments are nice - appliances are outdated. The community has began to suffer a bit as it's not as well taken care of as it was when I first moved in which is disappointing. Needs some updates.

                                      Manager

                                      3/24/2022

                                      Eastland Trails
                                      We are sorry to learn our community is not meeting your expectations. Our team is committed to making sure our residents have the best experience. If you ever notice anything you feel should be brought to our attention, please let us know and we will strive to make sure it is addressed. Please give us a call at 816-795-8464 at your earliest convenience as we would love to be offered the opportunity to address your concerns.
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                                      Resident 1008977

                                      Verified Resident ā€¢ 2022

                                      3/22/2022

                                      Amazing staff! They never disappoint everything we need something or help they are right there to help us they are so beyond amazing!!! Could ask for better! They have the best attitudes and just amazing all the way around

                                        Manager

                                        3/22/2022

                                        Eastland Trails
                                        Oh my gosh! This is so sweet! Thank you so much for your kind review of our team. It's so great to know all of our efforts don't go unnoticed. If there is ever anything you need or if you have any suggestions, please don't hesitate to ask.
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                                        Resident 1000971

                                        Verified Resident ā€¢ 2019 - 2022

                                        2/22/2022

                                        I absolutely love it here! The only thing I could say has been a bit inconvenient is how much my rent has increased in 3 years of living here. Maybe this is the rate a new resident would have to pay, but if not, Iā€¦Ā See More >
                                          Manager

                                          2/22/2022

                                          Eastland Trails
                                          We are so happy to hear you have loved your stay with us over the last 3 years! 5/5 stars is an astounding review and I'm so happy we have been able to continuously meet and exceed your expectations! I would love the opportunity to review your rental rate with you and explain what goes into determining our rental rates so you can feel more at ease with this process. Feel free to call or stop by the office and we can go over this. :) Thank you so much for your lovely review and we look forward to continuing to serve you.
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                                          Tyrel_W

                                          Resident ā€¢ 2020 - 2022

                                          2/17/2022

                                          Maintenance came to fix things, but something always happened to the things they fixed. When it was move out time I explained what was my fault and what wasnt, but still got charged for all things. Good place to live but they will squeeze moneyā€¦Ā See More >
                                            Manager

                                            2/17/2022

                                            Eastland Trails
                                            Hello Tyrel, I'm saddened to hear you feel our team did not meet your expectations during your stay and throughout your move out transition. We do have policies in place to compare the condition of the apartment at move in and move out to verify any damages and amounts owed. I only noticed one work order placed during your residency and that it was completed the same day as the request was submitted. If you feel any of this information to be inaccurate or have suggestions on how we could improve our processes, I would love to be able to discuss this with you. Please feel free to reach out to me by calling 816-795-8464.

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                                            Resident 948870

                                            Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

                                            1/23/2022

                                            I am very pleased with my unit and the entire complex. I like being able to visit with others as they are on their patio or as they pass by my patio. The entire facility is kept clean and groomed to perfection.

                                              Manager

                                              1/24/2022

                                              Eastland Trails
                                              Hello, thank you for the great review! We are delighted to hear about your experiences at Eastland Trails. Feeling apart of a community is extremely important, and our residents and staff makes the Eastland Trails feel like home, so thank you! If there is anything you need from us, please feel free to contact us directly, we are always happy to help! Have a great day!
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                                              Resident 985514

                                              Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021 - 2022

                                              1/1/2022

                                              We have lived here eight months and we love it! Staff are very friendly and helpful. We love are apartment and how clean and roomy it is. Everything is convenient for us. Many parking stalls, gym, pool and mail just a stroll away. Iā€¦Ā See More >
                                                Manager

                                                1/4/2022

                                                Eastland Trails
                                                Hello! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review! We take such pride in our community so we are thrilled to hear that you love where you live! If there is anything we can do for you please do not hesitate to reach out, we are always happy to help! Thank you again and have a great day!
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                                                Resident 984694

                                                Verified Resident ā€¢ 2021

                                                12/28/2021

                                                The staff and crew here are just absolutely wonderful. My neighbors are curteous and I've never had any issues here. If I ever need any help, the staff and crew are more than willing to help me. My neighbors have helped me out on occasionā€¦Ā See More >
                                                  Manager

                                                  12/28/2021

                                                  Eastland Trails
                                                  Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review! We are thrilled to hear about your experiences here at Eastland Trails. Our community is filled with such amazing people and furry friends we are so lucky to have residents that are so great! We are glad to hear that you plan to call Eastland Trails home for sometime longer! If there is anything more we can do for you please feel free to reach out! Have a great day!
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                                                  Resident 981583

                                                  Verified Resident ā€¢ 2019 - 2021

                                                  12/15/2021

                                                  I love my apartment and the upkeep the maintenance is very speedy and through.I wish they had more than one trash area and the parking can be limited at times but overall a good experience I have lived here for almost 3 yrs

                                                    Manager

                                                    12/15/2021

                                                    Eastland Trails
                                                    We are so glad to hear that you have had an overall positive experience at Eastland Trails! We do offer designated parking spaces if you would like to rent a garage or carport! If this is something that interests you, please reach out to our office at 816-795-8464!

                                                    Features & Amenities

                                                    Parking
                                                    • Covered Parking
                                                    • Detached Garages with Additional Storage Available
                                                    Pets
                                                    • Dogs Allowed
                                                      Restrictions: Your four-legged member of the family is welcomed to move in with you. We allow up to two pets per apartment home with no weight restrictions. Unfortunately, some dogs do not thrive in a community environment. Therefore, we cannot accept the following breeds: Akita; American Staffordshire Terrier; Bull Terrier; Chow; Doberman; German Shepherd; Pitbull; Presa Canario; Rottweiler and Wolf Hybrids. Exotic or farm animals are not allowed in the apartment.. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                      Restrictions: Your four-legged member of the family is welcomed to move in with you. We allow up to two pets per apartment home with no weight restrictions. Unfortunately, some dogs do not thrive in a community environment. Therefore, we cannot accept the following breeds: Akita; American Staffordshire Terrier; Bull Terrier; Chow; Doberman; German Shepherd; Pitbull; Presa Canario; Rottweiler and Wolf Hybrids. Exotic or farm animals are not allowed in the apartment.. Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    Other
                                                    • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
                                                    • Business Center
                                                    • Clubhouse
                                                    • Coworking Lounge
                                                    • Furnished Sundeck
                                                    • JVM Online Services including Leasing and Payments
                                                    • JVM Rewards Resident Referral Program
                                                    • Keypad Entry
                                                    • Mobile Package Service Alerts
                                                    • Model Home to View
                                                    • Outdoor Fireplace
                                                    • Pet Friendly with No Weight Restrictions
                                                    • Poolside BBQ Area with Gas Grills
                                                    • Preferred Employer Program
                                                    • Salt Water Swimming Pool and Spa
                                                    • Size of Model Home
                                                    • Townhomes Only
                                                    • Wellbeats Fitness Center
                                                    • Wi-Fi in Amenity Areas
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                                                    Leasing

                                                    Eastland Trails is a luxury apartment community near prestigious Blue Springs Lake, Lakewood, and Lee's Summit offering easy access to Hwy 40, Hwy 291 and I-70. This community provides newly designed pet-friendly one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes that add comfort and convenience to your life. Each feature high ceilings, oversized windows, patios or balconies, in-home laundry, and a deep walk-in closet. Your kitchen comes complete with custom cabinetry, a dishwasher, and microwave, as well as plank flooring. Invest in your health and wellness with our 24-hour fitness center. With both indoor and outdoor fireplaces, you have social spaces to enjoy all year long. After a busy week at work, you can unwind beside the resort-style saltwater pool and hot tub or invite friends over for a poolside barbecue.
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                                                    Office Hours

                                                    • Sunday: 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
                                                    • Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
                                                    • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
                                                    This community is managed by

                                                    JVM Management Inc

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                                                    Dogs Allowed
                                                    Restrictions: Your four-legged member of the family is welcomed to move in with you. We allow up to two pets per apartment home with no weight restrictions. Unfortunately, some dogs do not thrive in a community environment. Therefore, we cannot accept the following breeds: Akita; American Staffordshire Terrier; Bull Terrier; Chow; Doberman; German Shepherd; Pitbull; Presa Canario; Rottweiler and Wolf Hybrids. Exotic or farm animals are not allowed in the apartment.
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
                                                    Cats Allowed
                                                    Restrictions: Your four-legged member of the family is welcomed to move in with you. We allow up to two pets per apartment home with no weight restrictions. Unfortunately, some dogs do not thrive in a community environment. Therefore, we cannot accept the following breeds: Akita; American Staffordshire Terrier; Bull Terrier; Chow; Doberman; German Shepherd; Pitbull; Presa Canario; Rottweiler and Wolf Hybrids. Exotic or farm animals are not allowed in the apartment.
                                                    Pet Limit: 2
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                                                    Eastland Trails is a 691 - 1,353 sq. ft. apartment in Independence in zip code 64055. This community has a 1 - 3 Beds, 1 - 3 Baths, and is for rent for $1,106. Nearby cities include Sugar Creek, Raytown, Blue Springs, Kansas City, and Claycomo.

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