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$199,660$260 / 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

2601 WAPLES ST

KANSAS CITY, MO 64117
3
Beds
1
Baths
768 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$200K
$184K low$215K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,446 (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.$20,010 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$105,316

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.
42
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.
56
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.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyCLAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 160 ft²Patio · 160 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
Chouteau Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
North Kansas City High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Northgate Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi

District: North Kansas City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64117These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.16,136
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,504 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,171
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,483
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

2601 Waples St 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 90% of homes in Clay County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Kansas City 64117
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Clay County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Kansas City 64117
  • Older than 73% of homes in Clay County

What homes are worth in Kansas City 64117

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

This home
$118K$310K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Kansas City 64117.

How it measures up in Kansas City 64117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kansas City 64117.

Estimated value$199,660
CheaperTypical $207,173Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$260
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,054 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 2601 Waples St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver ForestKansas City 64117Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,66032% of homes42% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26096% of homes97% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²7% of homes6% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac3% of homes2% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than196156% of homes70% of homes27% of homes

About 2601 Waples St

How much is 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO is $199,660 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $183,915 to $215,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO last sell?

2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO last sold on Dec 30, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO?

2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO built?

2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO?

2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO is assigned to Chouteau Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; North Kansas City High School (high), rated C+; Northgate Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in North Kansas City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO compare to other homes in Kansas City 64117?

Among the 4,189 homes in Kansas City 64117, it is worth more than 42% of them ($199,660 against a typical $207,173), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($260 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 6% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,054 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1961 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 10% 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 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2601 Waples St, Kansas City, MO was $1,446. The county assessed it at $20,010.

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