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$228,387$231 / 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 97How 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

609 SW MERRITT ST

LEES SUMMIT, MO 64081
3
Beds
2
Baths
988 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.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$228K
$221K low$236K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,558 (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.$35,178 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,632
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,546
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,150

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.17
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.0.19
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
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 54 ft²

Transaction History(11)

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
Pleasant Lea Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Pleasant Lea Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Lee's Summit High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Lee's Summit R-Vii School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64081These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
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.24,832
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,646 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,806
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,799
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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%

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How this home compares

609 Sw Merritt 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 less than 93% of homes in Lees Summit 64081
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Jackson County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Lees Summit 64081
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Lees Summit 64081
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Lees Summit 64081

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

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$203K$859K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Lees Summit 64081.

How it measures up in Lees Summit 64081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lees Summit 64081.

Estimated value$228,387
CheaperTypical $410,797Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,039 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 609 Sw Merritt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLees Summit 64081Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,3877% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23172% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²2% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac11% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than198926% of homes76% of homes

About 609 Sw Merritt St

How much is 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO is $228,387 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $220,536 to $236,238. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO last sell?

609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO last sold on Apr 12, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO?

609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO built?

609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO?

609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO is assigned to Pleasant Lea Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Pleasant Lea Middle School (middle), rated A; Lee's Summit High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lee's Summit R-Vii School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO compare to other homes in Lees Summit 64081?

Among the 8,624 homes in Lees Summit 64081, it is worth more than 7% of them ($228,387 against a typical $410,797), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($231 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 2% of them (988 ft² against a typical 2,039 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1989 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 47% 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 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 Sw Merritt St, Lees Summit, MO was $2,558. The county assessed it at $35,178.

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