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$161,896$109 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $51,000 on Dec 29, 2025

1227 APPLETON AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64052
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,492 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1921
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$162K
$148K low$176K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$51,000 · Dec 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,079 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$16,834 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,702
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,132
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,675
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 147 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Van Horn High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Sugar Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.4 mi
M
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64052These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,872
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,433 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,096
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,766
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1227 Appleton Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 74% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Older than 88% of homes in Independence 64052

What homes are worth in Independence 64052

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$90K$330K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Independence 64052.

How it measures up in Independence 64052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64052.

Estimated value$161,896
CheaperTypical $166,439Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,164 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1921
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1227 Appleton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64052Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,89645% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10912% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,492 ft²75% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac11% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than192112% of homes14% of homes

About 1227 Appleton Ave

How much is 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO is $161,896 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $147,618 to $176,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Dec 29, 2025 for $51,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,492 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO built?

1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1921, making it 105 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO is assigned to Van Horn High School (high), rated D+; Sugar Creek Elementary School (elementary); Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64052?

Among the 8,755 homes in Independence 64052, it is worth more than 45% of them ($161,896 against a typical $166,439), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($109 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,492 ft² against a typical 1,164 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1921 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1227 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO was $2,079. The county assessed it at $16,834.

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