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$288,870$194 / 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 95How 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

538 RANKIN RD

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,489 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
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

$289K
$274K low$303K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$104,370
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$83,496
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.70%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$184,500
COMMUNITYAMERICA CU · recorded Mar 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,941 (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.$39,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,116
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,584
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,446
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,950

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.
37
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.0.40
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
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, Detached
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 · 648 ft²Patio · 648 ft²Porch · 76 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Truman High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Sycamore Hills Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Pioneer Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64055These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,466
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,942 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,579
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,803
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

538 Rankin Rd 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 83% of homes in Independence 64055
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Independence 64055
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Independence 64055
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Independence 64055
  • Older than 88% of homes in Independence 64055

What homes are worth in Independence 64055

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

This home
$112K$436K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Independence 64055.

How it measures up in Independence 64055

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64055.

Estimated value$288,870
CheaperTypical $218,104Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,489 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,287 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 538 Rankin Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64055Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,87083% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19476% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,489 ft²70% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac90% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195412% of homes34% of homes

About 538 Rankin Rd

How much is 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO is $288,870 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $274,454 to $303,286. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO last sell?

538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO last sold on Mar 1, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO?

538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,489 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO built?

538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO?

538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO is assigned to Truman High School (high), rated C-; Sycamore Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pioneer Ridge 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 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64055?

Among the 12,649 homes in Independence 64055, it is worth more than 83% of them ($288,870 against a typical $218,104), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($194 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,489 ft² against a typical 1,287 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1954 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 63% 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 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 Rankin Rd, Independence, MO was $2,941. The county assessed it at $39,700.

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