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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $393,015 on Apr 15, 2026

5209 INDEPENDENCE AVE

KANSAS CITY, MO 64124
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,914 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$393,015 · Apr 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$927 (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.$11,056 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,431
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,625
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,078
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,190

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.30
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.
57
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
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.DeckPorch · 704 ft²

Transaction History(15)

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.

M
Northeast Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Northeast High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Whittier Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.2 mi

District: Kansas City 33 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64124These 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.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.85%
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.29%
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.11,162
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,845
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

5209 Independence 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.

  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Lykins
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Jackson County

How it measures up in Kansas City 64124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kansas City 64124.

Living area2,914 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 5209 Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLykinsKansas City 64124Jackson County
Living areabigger than2,914 ft²96% of homes92% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac52% of homes44% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than191676% of homes69% of homes11% of homes

About 5209 Independence Ave

When did 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO last sell?

5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO last sold on Apr 15, 2026 for $393,015, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO?

5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,914 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO built?

5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO?

5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO is assigned to Northeast Middle School (middle), rated F; Northeast High School (high), rated F; Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Kansas City 33 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO compare to other homes in Kansas City 64124?

Among the 3,344 homes in Kansas City 64124, it is bigger than 92% of them (2,914 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1916 against a typical 1910). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5209 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO was $927. The county assessed it at $11,056.

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