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$162,891$197 / 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 87How 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

18501 E STATE ROUTE 78

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64057
3
Beds
2
Baths
825 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.
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$163K
$142K low$183K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,185 (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.$19,656 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,294
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,362
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,092
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,450

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.
41
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.Ranch
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.80
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, Detached
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 · 448 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.

M
Pioneer Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Little Blue Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Truman High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 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

18501 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Independence 64057
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Independence 64057
  • Among the smallest homes in Independence 64057
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 82% 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.

This home
$166K$672K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$162,891
CheaperTypical $284,776Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area825 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 18501 E State Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64057Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,891almost no homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19765% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than825 ft²almost no homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac91% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196718% of homes56% of homes

About 18501 E State Route 78

How much is 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO is $162,891 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $142,392 to $183,390. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sell?

18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sold on May 5, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 825 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO built?

18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

18501 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 18501 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 almost none of them ($162,891 against a typical $284,776), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($197 against a typical $185), it is bigger than almost none of them (825 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1967 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 27% 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 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18501 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was $1,185. The county assessed it at $19,656.

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