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$475,456$180 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $379,000 on Jun 6, 2018

5237 NW 78TH ST

KANSAS CITY, MO 64151
4
Beds
3.8
Baths
2,638 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$475K
$422K low$529K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$379,000 · Jun 6, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,540 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$68,759 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,323
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,436
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,759
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$361,888

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPLATTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Garage, Attached
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 · 168 ft²Patio · 350 ft²Porch · 35 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.

M
Plaza Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Park Hill High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Hopewell Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Park Hill School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64151These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.31,745
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,355 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,146
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,961
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.56%

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How this home compares

5237 Nw 78th 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.

  • Worth more than 82% of homes in Kansas City 64151
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Platte County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Kansas City 64151
  • Newer than 98% of homes in The Coves

What homes are worth in Kansas City 64151

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

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$163K$833K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Kansas City 64151.

How it measures up in Kansas City 64151

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kansas City 64151.

Estimated value$475,456
CheaperTypical $354,724Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,638 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,702 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 5237 Nw 78th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe CovesKansas City 64151Platte County
Estimated valuepricier than$475,45668% of homes82% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18044% of homes33% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than2,638 ft²76% of homes84% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac62% of homes51% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than201198% of homes92% of homes83% of homes

About 5237 Nw 78th St

How much is 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO is $475,456 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $422,132 to $528,780. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO last sell?

5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO last sold on Jun 6, 2018 for $379,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO?

5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO has 4 bedrooms, 3.8 bathrooms, 2,638 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO built?

5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO?

5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO is assigned to Plaza Middle School (middle), rated B+; Park Hill High School (high), rated A+; Hopewell Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Park Hill School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO compare to other homes in Kansas City 64151?

Among the 8,559 homes in Kansas City 64151, it is worth more than 82% of them ($475,456 against a typical $354,724), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($180 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,638 ft² against a typical 1,702 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2011 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Platte County, it is worth more than 68% 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 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5237 Nw 78th St, Kansas City, MO was $5,540. The county assessed it at $68,759.

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