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$59,473$67 / 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 84How 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

8717 E ROBERTS ST

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64053
3
Beds
1
Baths
888 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.
3,485 ft²
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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$59K
$50K low$69K 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.$59,473
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$47,578

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,278 (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.$18,493 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,163
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,922
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,330

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.31
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.
59
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.Conventional
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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

H
Van Horn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Fairmount Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Independence 30 School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64053These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.5,799
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,814 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,914
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,306
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

8717 E Roberts 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 98% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Independence 64053
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Independence 64053
  • Older than 87% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Independence 64053

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

This home
$51K$245K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Independence 64053.

How it measures up in Independence 64053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 64053.

Estimated value$59,473
CheaperTypical $123,498Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$67
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,014 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1922Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 8717 E Roberts St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 64053Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$59,4734% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$674% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²33% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²2% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192047% of homes13% of homes

About 8717 E Roberts St

How much is 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO is $59,473 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $50,118 to $68,828. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO last sell?

8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO last sold on Dec 1, 1996, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO?

8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO built?

8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO?

8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO is assigned to Van Horn High School (high), rated D; Fairmount Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Independence 30 School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO compare to other homes in Independence 64053?

Among the 2,165 homes in Independence 64053, it is worth more than 4% of them ($59,473 against a typical $123,498), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($67 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 33% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,014 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1920 against a typical 1922). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 2% 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 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8717 E Roberts St, Independence, MO was $1,278. The county assessed it at $18,493.

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