Cute bungalow full of potential--just waiting for you to come & fully remodel. Expensive items done--PVC piping/plumbing & Electrical, and all sheet rock was replaced from floor to ceiling throughout with last remodel. 3 bedrooms (2 main level & 1 w/ private bath up), & 2 full baths. OPEN FLOOR PLAN with living room, formal dining area or additional living space, & large open kitchen. Property will not go FHA. BRING YOUR TOOL BOX AND START YOUR PINTEREST BOARD!!! Only 1 block from the historic Independence square!
Enjoy the historic section of downtown Independence! Relax on the large front porch. Interior of home has had many quality updates completed: hardwood floors, kitchen cabinets and butcher block countertop. Generous sized laundry room on main floor with cupboards for added storage. Private master bedroom with ensuite bath upstairs. Newer mechanical systems. Plenty of basement storage. Large, fenced back yard. Yard also has a detached elevated deck for entertaining, as well as a landscaped patio with water feature. The Historic Truman Home is a half a block away. Easy walk to the downtown area for shopping, dining and entertainment. Many major updates already done. Desirable open concept between kitchen and living area! Price reflects remaining needed repairs. All offers will be considered!
Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1883985
May 16, 2014
Listed
$89,000
$76/sq ft
Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1819410
Aug 11, 2013
Listing Removed
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Mar 8, 2013
Listed
$147,000
$125/sq ft
Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1707394
May 25, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Dec 20, 2010
Listed
$139,000
$118/sq ft
Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1413598
Jul 7, 2007
Listed
$149,500
$127/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 2006
Sold
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Public Records
May 10, 1996
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,411
$4,921 + $18,491
$23,412
2024
$1,411 (+2.3%)
$4,921 + $18,491
$23,412
2023
$1,378 (−6.5%)
$1,748 + $18,611
$20,359
2022
$1,474
$2,006 + $18,352
$20,358
2021
$1,473 (+10.6%)
$2,392 + $17,558
$19,950
2020
$1,332 (+1.6%)
$2,392 + $17,558
$19,950
2019
$1,311 (+6.6%)
$2,392 + $15,136
$17,528
2018
$1,229 (+2.9%)
$2,392 + $15,136
$17,528
2017
$1,195 (−31.3%)
$2,082 + $13,173
$15,255
2016
$1,738 (+21.7%)
$2,082 + $13,173
$15,255
2015
$1,428 (+27.8%)
$2,348 + $12,525
$14,873
2014
$1,117
$2,280 + $12,160
$14,440
Tax history for 517 W Truman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,411
$4,921 + $18,491
$23,412
2024
$1,411 (+2.3%)
$4,921 + $18,491
$23,412
2023
$1,378 (−6.5%)
$1,748 + $18,611
$20,359
2022
$1,474
$2,006 + $18,352
$20,358
2021
$1,473 (+10.6%)
$2,392 + $17,558
$19,950
2020
$1,332 (+1.6%)
$2,392 + $17,558
$19,950
2019
$1,311 (+6.6%)
$2,392 + $15,136
$17,528
2018
$1,229 (+2.9%)
$2,392 + $15,136
$17,528
2017
$1,195 (−31.3%)
$2,082 + $13,173
$15,255
2016
$1,738 (+21.7%)
$2,082 + $13,173
$15,255
2015
$1,428 (+27.8%)
$2,348 + $12,525
$14,873
2014
$1,117
$2,280 + $12,160
$14,440
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
52 ft.
Lot depth
165 ft.
Lot size
7,391 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,192
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
26230070400000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
R-6
Single Family Residential District
Independence's residential (R) zoning districts are intended to create, maintain and promote a variety of housing opportunities for individual households and to maintain the desired physical character of existing neighborhoods and developing areas. While the districts primarily accommodate residential use types, some nonresidential use types are also allowed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, Other
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room Features: Carpet, Hardwood
Room Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room Features: Shower Only
Room Level: First
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Level: First
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Features: Ceramic Tiles, Shower Over Tub
Room Level: Second
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Concrete, Stone/Rock
Other Room Information
Other Room Features: Family Room,Main Floor BR
Dining Area Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Fixer Up
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Fixer Up
Fencing: Metal, Partial
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,178
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Land Information
In Flood Plain: No
Lot Information
Lot Features: City Lot, Level, Treed
Lot Size Area: 0.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Responsibility: Public Maintenance
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,428
Utilities
Utility Information
Telecom: Cable - Available,High Speed Internet - Available
Water Source: Public
Sewer: City/Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior High School: Bingham
High School: William Chrisman
High School District: Independence
Location Information
Inside City Limits: Yes
Directions: From Noland and Truman Road, take Truman Road West to address. Just past Pleasant Street on south side of road.
Community Information
Maintenance Provided YN: 0
Age Restricted YN: 0
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,192
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,391 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 26230070400000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1178
Living Area Source: Public Records
Age Description: 76-100 Years
Floor Plan Features: 1.5 Stories,Bungalow
Around this home
Schools
Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Bridger Middle School
Public 6 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
William Chrisman High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Independence, MO • 64050
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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74
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56
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46
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$139,000 – $168,000
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Property information provided by Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2017. This data may not match public records. Learn more.