78.33± acres in NE Independence within the Fort Osage School District present a prime development opportunity. Located at the corner of Bundschu Road and Powell Road, the property offers quick connections to both Little Blue Parkway and MO-291, making it convenient for regional access. It is less than 10 minutes from I-70, providing excellent connectivity for future residents, builders, and services. The gently rolling tract is well-suited for a residential subdivision or estate-lot community in a highly desirable area. Infrastructure is already in place to support future development. A sewer main runs the full length of the western property line, situated just outside the boundary on the neighboring property. Two water mains also serve the property: a 20-inch iron water main runs along Powell Road on the eastern boundary, while a 12-inch steel water main extends along the southern boundary and terminates at a fire hydrant on Bundschu Road. Electrical lines follow the southern boundary, and blacktop road frontage extends along both the southern and eastern boundaries, providing convenient access. With its combination of size, utilities, access, frontage, and school district appeal, this property checks all the boxes for phased build-out or the creation of a signature residential community. Acreage is subject to survey; buyer to verify zoning, utilities, and school boundaries.
Blue Village, located between the Independence Square and the Truman Library & Museum, is a historic and residential Independence neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a small-town main-street feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Independence Square, where brick storefronts, coffee counters, and antique galleries keep sidewalks active. Architectural cues lean toward early-20th-century cottages and traditional two-story homes, with porches and mature shade trees setting the streetscape. The Truman Library & Museum adds a civic, archival note, while the National Frontier Trails Museum ties the area to westward-expansion history. Pocket parks and courthouse lawns shape a walkable rhythm for errands and weekend wandering.
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Currently unimproved raw land intended for agricultural use
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Approximately 78.33 acres
Used for grain/crops and hay
Not in a flood plain
Concrete and gravel road access
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Property located at the northwest corner of Bundschu Rd and Powell Rd (directions available from I-70 interchanges)
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Farm property (unimproved land)
Zoned R-A
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Unimproved land (no structures listed)
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Sewer available within 500 feet
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No association fees
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Jackson County
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Last updated by owner on Mar 31, 2026.
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This home ranks in the top 2% for direct sun exposure in Independence. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 20500 E Bundschu Rd
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Nearby homes have recently listed between $367,900 and $465,000.
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