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$237,858$134 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

18303 E STATE ROUTE 78

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64057
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,779 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$238K
$200K low$276K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,057 (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.$33,168 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,804
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,364
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$174,570

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.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
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.0.55
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 · 324 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Pioneer Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Little Blue Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Truman High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64057These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.15,301
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,467 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,510
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

18303 E State Route 78 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 76% of homes in Independence 64057
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Independence 64057
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Independence 64057

What homes are worth in Independence 64057

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

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$177K$678K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Independence 64057.

How it measures up in Independence 64057

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64057.

Estimated value$237,858
CheaperTypical $290,210Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,779 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,589 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 18303 E State Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64057Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,85824% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1348% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,779 ft²63% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac88% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than19587% of homes43% of homes

About 18303 E State Route 78

How much is 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO is $237,858 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $199,657 to $276,059. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sell?

18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,779 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO built?

18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO is assigned to Pioneer Ridge Middle School (middle), rated C; Little Blue Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Truman High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64057?

Among the 4,311 homes in Independence 64057, it is worth more than 24% of them ($237,858 against a typical $290,210), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($134 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,779 ft² against a typical 1,589 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1958 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 50% 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 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18303 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was $2,057. The county assessed it at $33,168.

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