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$211,375$142 / 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 89How 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

1620 APPLETON AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64052
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,490 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$211K
$189K low$234K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,057 (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.$41,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,934
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,866
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,618
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,000

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
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.Cape Cod
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 192 ft²Patio · 228 ft²Porch · 15 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.

H
Van Horn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Sugar Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.8 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

1620 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 more than 81% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Older than 74% of homes in Jackson County

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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$89K$333K

This home is worth more than 81% 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$211,375
CheaperTypical $166,439Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,490 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,167 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1620 Appleton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64052Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$211,37581% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14244% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,490 ft²74% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac7% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than194030% of homes26% of homes

About 1620 Appleton Ave

How much is 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO is $211,375 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $188,673 to $234,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Oct 11, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,490 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO built?

1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO is assigned to Van Horn High School (high), rated D; Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sugar Creek Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64052?

Among the 8,755 homes in Independence 64052, it is worth more than 81% of them ($211,375 against a typical $166,439), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($142 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,490 ft² against a typical 1,167 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1940 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 42% 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 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1620 Appleton Ave, Independence, MO was $3,057. The county assessed it at $41,800.

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