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$185,602$190 / 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 92How 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

1700 N HOWARD DR

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
978 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$186K
$171K low$200K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,562 (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.$21,859 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,651
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,208
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,029
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,050

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
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.Ranch
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Interior
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Ott Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
William Chrisman High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 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%

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How this home compares

1700 N Howard Dr 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 67% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Independence 64050
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Jackson County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Independence 64050

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
$82K$313K

This home is worth more than 66% 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$185,602
CheaperTypical $165,000Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area978 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 1700 N Howard Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64050Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,60266% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19090% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than978 ft²28% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac62% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196279% of homes49% of homes

About 1700 N Howard Dr

How much is 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO is $185,602 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $171,262 to $199,942. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO last sell?

1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO last sold on Aug 25, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO?

1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 978 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO built?

1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO?

1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO is assigned to Ott Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; William Chrisman High School (high), rated B-; 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 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64050?

Among the 7,445 homes in Independence 64050, it is worth more than 66% of them ($185,602 against a typical $165,000), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($190 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 28% of them (978 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1962 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 33% 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 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1700 N Howard Dr, Independence, MO was $1,562. The county assessed it at $21,859.

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