Glendale Homes for Rent

Glendale, a neighborhood in Independence, is just 3 miles from Downtown Independence, offering a suburban setting with convenient access to daily necessities. The area is family-friendly, with children often seen playing outside or walking to Glendale Elementary School. Recreational options include Drumm Farm Golf Club and Van Hook Park, which hosts youth soccer games. Missouri Route 291, lined with fast food options, leads to the Independence Center, a shopping mall with over 100 stores. Interstate 70 nearby connects residents to the broader Kansas City metropolitan area. Glendale features homes from the 1960s and ‘70s, including red-brick and vinyl split levels, and ranch styles on spacious lots, often with renovated interiors and attached two-car garages. The neighborhood also offers one-to-two-bedroom apartments at The Mansions complex. Glendale Elementary School provides unique extracurriculars like a Japanese club. Middle school students attend Bridger and Pioneer Ridge before moving on to Truman High School, which offers activities such as a robotics team and marching band. Glendale Park and the playground at Glendale Elementary are popular spots for outdoor play, while Adventure Oasis Water Park offers summertime fun with its lazy river and tube slides. Dining options range from chain restaurants to the locally owned HiBoy drive-through, known for its burgers and shakes. Erin’s Pub is a local favorite for watching sports and enjoying karaoke. Retail options include thrift shops, dollar stores, and a nearby Walmart Supercenter. Glendale’s proximity to major highways allows for easy commutes, with downtown Kansas City just 13 miles away and Kansas City International Airport 35 miles north.