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$264,446$252 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $105,700 on May 2, 1997

19804 E STATE ROUTE 78

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64057
Building report
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,050 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.
1.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$264K
$229K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,700 · May 2, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,993 (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.$27,889 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,418
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,471
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,534
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,780

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.
40
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 288 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Little Blue Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
William Chrisman High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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

19804 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Independence 64057
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Independence 64057
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 95% 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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$169K$673K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$264,446
CheaperTypical $287,220Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 19804 E State Route 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64057Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,44639% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25294% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²9% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 ac94% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than19565% of homes40% of homes

About 19804 E State Route 78

How much is 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO is $264,446 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,661 to $300,231. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sell?

19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO last sold on May 2, 1997 for $105,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,050 square feet of living space.

When was 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO built?

19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO is assigned to Little Blue Elementary School (elementary), rated C; George Caleb Bingham Middle School (middle), rated C; William Chrisman High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 19804 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 39% of them ($264,446 against a typical $287,220), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($252 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.3 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1956 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 57% 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 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 19804 E State Route 78, Independence, MO was $1,993. The county assessed it at $27,889.

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