Greet your neighbors from the window-filled enclosed porch of this traditional two-story. Classic features include hardwood floors, wide wood trim, paneled doors and large windows. Spacious living and dining areas fill the main floor along with the kitchen (appliances included), pantry and half bath. A semi-open staircase leads to 3 nice-sized bedrooms and small bonus room perfect for a home office. Recent updates include all new carpet upstairs, new electrical in 2019, new plumbing under the kitchen and roof in 2010. This great home sits in a super nice SW location within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. Property is located mostly in the 500-yr flood plain with a small portion of garage and backyard in the 100-yr. See map. Lender may require flood insurance.
Single-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$75Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Troy Northrop• RE/MAX Independence Realty
Bought with Troy Northrop• RE/MAX Independence Realty
Source:NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20220296
Redfin Estimate
$160,384
$240K since sold in July 2025$8,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 14% lower than the average sale price ($186K) of 6 comparable homes.
Greet your neighbors from the window-filled enclosed porch of this traditional two-story. Classic features include hardwood floors, wide wood trim, paneled doors and large windows. Spacious living and dining areas fill the main floor along with the kitchen (appliances included), pantry and half bath. A semi-open staircase leads to 3 nice-sized bedrooms and small bonus room perfect for a home office. Recent updates include all new carpet upstairs, new electrical in 2019, new plumbing under the kitchen and roof in 2010. This great home sits in a super nice SW location within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. Property is located mostly in the 500-yr flood plain with a small portion of garage and backyard in the 100-yr. See map. Lender may require flood insurance.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,186 (−5.8%)
$23,020 + $114,740
$137,760
2024
$2,320 (+10.3%)
$23,020 + $114,740
$137,760
2023
$2,104 (+30.5%)
$20,560 + $98,760
$119,320
2022
$1,612
$16,320 + $80,670
$96,990
2021
$1,612 (+0.8%)
$16,320 + $80,670
$96,990
2020
$1,600 (+1.1%)
$14,960 + $55,920
$70,880
2019
$1,582 (+4.4%)
$14,960 + $55,920
$70,880
2018
$1,516 (−0.7%)
$14,960 + $53,730
$68,690
2017
$1,526 (−0.5%)
$14,960 + $53,730
$68,690
2015
$1,534 (+5.8%)
$8,090 + $60,110
$68,200
2014
$1,450
$8,090 + $60,110
$68,200
Tax history for 304 2nd St SW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,186 (−5.8%)
$23,020 + $114,740
$137,760
2024
$2,320 (+10.3%)
$23,020 + $114,740
$137,760
2023
$2,104 (+30.5%)
$20,560 + $98,760
$119,320
2022
$1,612
$16,320 + $80,670
$96,990
2021
$1,612 (+0.8%)
$16,320 + $80,670
$96,990
2020
$1,600 (+1.1%)
$14,960 + $55,920
$70,880
2019
$1,582 (+4.4%)
$14,960 + $55,920
$70,880
2018
$1,516 (−0.7%)
$14,960 + $53,730
$68,690
2017
$1,526 (−0.5%)
$14,960 + $53,730
$68,690
2015
$1,534 (+5.8%)
$8,090 + $60,110
$68,200
2014
$1,450
$8,090 + $60,110
$68,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 780
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Type: Frame
Exterior Wall: Aluminum
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: STOUGHTON & MCCLURES SECOND A
Living Sq. Ft: 2,142
Building Sq. Ft: 3,166
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: S & M'S 2ND LOT 7 BLK 3
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 244
Garage / Carport Type: Attached Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 8,712
Legal Lot Number: 7
Legal Block Number: 3
Municipality Name: INDEPENDENCE CITY
Acres: 0.2
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,142
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1908
County: Buchanan County
APN: 10.04.253.007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Elementary School
Public K-2 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Independence Junior Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 8-12% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$153,000 – $185,000
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