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$171,000$131 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

131 E RUBY AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,304 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1919
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$171K
$155K low$187K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$83,700
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$66,960
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.54%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$77,300
SEBRING CAP PTRS · recorded Aug 5, 2005
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$10,000
SEBRING CAP PTRS

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,117 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,312 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,481
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,831
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,116
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,800

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
62
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.

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.Conventional
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 152 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Santa Fe Trail Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
William Chrisman High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64050These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,487
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,660 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,040
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,015
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

131 E Ruby 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 71% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Independence 64050
  • Older than 88% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Independence 64050

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

This home
$86K$334K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Independence 64050.

How it measures up in Independence 64050

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64050.

Estimated value$171,000
CheaperTypical $169,105Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 131 E Ruby Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64050Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,00052% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13132% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,304 ft²63% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac9% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than191916% of homes12% of homes

About 131 E Ruby Ave

How much is 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO is $171,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $154,932 to $187,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Oct 16, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO?

131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,304 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO built?

131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO?

131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO is assigned to Santa Fe Trail Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; William Chrisman High School (high), rated D+; George Caleb Bingham Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64050?

Among the 7,400 homes in Independence 64050, it is worth more than 52% of them ($171,000 against a typical $169,105), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($131 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,304 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1919 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 29% 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 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 131 E Ruby Ave, Independence, MO was $1,117. The county assessed it at $12,312.

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