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$156,159$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 95How 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

437 S FOREST AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64054
3
Beds
1
Baths
822 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$156K
$148K low$164K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,333 (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.$18,343 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,616
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,727
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,758
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,540

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.
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.
61
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.0.51
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 64 ft²Patio · 284 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
William Chrisman High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Mill Creek Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64054These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,661
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,297
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,606
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

437 S Forest Ave 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 Jackson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Independence 64054
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Independence 64054
  • Older than 68% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Independence 64054

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

This home
$77K$328K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Independence 64054.

How it measures up in Independence 64054

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64054.

Estimated value$156,159
CheaperTypical $151,473Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area822 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,130 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 437 S Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64054Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,15954% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19095% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than822 ft²16% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac92% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than195255% of homes32% of homes

About 437 S Forest Ave

How much is 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO is $156,159 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $148,050 to $164,268. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Jun 9, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 822 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO built?

437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO is assigned to William Chrisman High School (high), rated D+; Mill Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64054?

Among the 1,461 homes in Independence 64054, it is worth more than 54% of them ($156,159 against a typical $151,473), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($190 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 16% of them (822 ft² against a typical 1,130 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1952 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 24% 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 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 437 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was $1,333. The county assessed it at $18,343.

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