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512 W WALNUT ST

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64050
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,329 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.
3,349 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,239 (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.$17,337 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,739
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,598
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,402
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,250

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyJACKSON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
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 · 132 ft²

Transaction History(10)

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
Santa Fe Trail Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
William Chrisman High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
George Caleb Bingham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64050These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.22,487
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,660 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,040
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,015
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

512 W Walnut 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Independence 64050
  • Older than 72% of homes in Jackson County

How it measures up in Independence 64050

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64050.

Living area1,329 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,198 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3,349 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 512 W Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64050Jackson County
Living areabigger than1,329 ft²60% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,349 ft²2% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than194843% of homes28% of homes

About 512 W Walnut St

When did 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO last sell?

512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO last sold on Sep 12, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO?

512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,329 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO built?

512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO?

512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO is assigned to Santa Fe Trail Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64050?

Among the 7,445 homes in Independence 64050, it is bigger than 60% of them (1,329 ft² against a typical 1,198 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,349 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1948 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 W Walnut St, Independence, MO was $1,239. The county assessed it at $17,337.

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