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$156,136$196 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $154,000 on Jul 9, 2025

500 S FOREST AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64052
1
Beds
1
Baths
796 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$156K
$142K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · Jul 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$988 (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.$13,819 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,481
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,338
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,819
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,730

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
62
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.0.37
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.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.Porch · 16 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Procter Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
William Chrisman High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64052These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.91%
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.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,872
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,433 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,096
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,766
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

500 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 75% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Independence 64052

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

This home
$93K$323K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Independence 64052.

How it measures up in Independence 64052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64052.

Estimated value$156,136
CheaperTypical $160,415Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area796 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,164 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 500 S Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64052Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,13645% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19695% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than796 ft²9% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac81% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than194031% of homes26% of homes

About 500 S Forest Ave

How much is 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO is $156,136 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $142,027 to $170,245. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Jul 9, 2025 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 796 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO built?

500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO is assigned to Procter Elementary School (elementary), rated D; William Chrisman High School (high), rated D+; 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 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64052?

Among the 8,755 homes in Independence 64052, it is worth more than 45% of them ($156,136 against a typical $160,415), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($196 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 9% of them (796 ft² against a typical 1,164 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1940 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 25% 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 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was $988. The county assessed it at $13,819.

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