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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $211,869 on Aug 1, 2024

523 S FOREST AVE

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64052
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,536 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.$211,869 · Aug 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,293 (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.$18,092 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,946
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,146
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,220

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.
33
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
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.DeckPatio · 132 ft²Porch · 25 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.

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 · 3.9 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

523 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.

  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Independence 64052
  • Older than 89% 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.

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,170 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 523 S Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64052Jackson County
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²77% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac32% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than192011% of homes13% of homes

About 523 S Forest Ave

When did 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sell?

523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO last sold on Aug 1, 2024 for $211,869, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO built?

523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

523 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 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64052?

Among the 8,755 homes in Independence 64052, it is bigger than 77% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,170 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1920 against a typical 1951). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 S Forest Ave, Independence, MO was $1,293. The county assessed it at $18,092.

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