This 3 level colonial beauty blends timeless elegance with one-of-a-kind personality. Soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwoods, and a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace welcome you in. Formal dining area. The custom kitchen is so cool! Trendy light blue colors. Full of vintage charm, original wood stove, and an abundance of cabinetry that’s as functional as it is fun. Four spacious bedrooms and two full baths round out the main level. Downstairs, you’ll find a full mother-in-law suite with a second kitchen, office, separate entrance, and its own full bedroom and bath. Plus another finished lower level with a fireplace, great room, huge storage room, and even more living space. All of this sits on nearly one acre, fully fenced with a deck, patio, and fire pit. Just one mile from downtown Lee’s Summit and in an award-winning school district. Structural engineering report available in supplements as well as bid for work to be done. Seller agrees to have this work completed, prior to closing, with a great offer. There has been no further movement in the house the entire time they’ve owned it, for 14 years. This property is a rare find that doesn't come along often for sale. If you appreciate the soul of a historic home that tells a story and stands the test of time, This one is a must see!
Very Large Home for the Price! 5 bedrooms with possible 6 basement bedroom. Nice large fireplaces. Almost an acre in town! Motivated seller! Bring All Offers!
Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1443170
Dec 10, 2007
Listed
$132,900
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 27, 2003
Sold
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Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1084684
Dec 2, 2002
Listed
$130,000
$41/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 3, 1996
Sold
$135,859
$43/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 1996
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,129 (−14.1%)
$15,008 + $41,779
$56,787
2024
$4,805 (+0.7%)
$15,008 + $41,779
$56,787
2023
$4,770 (+37.6%)
$18,913 + $47,637
$66,550
2022
$3,466 (−2.0%)
$4,649 + $61,900
$66,549
2021
$3,538 (+3.8%)
$10,365 + $32,576
$42,941
2020
$3,407 (+2.8%)
$10,365 + $32,576
$42,941
2019
$3,314 (+8.3%)
$10,365 + $30,581
$40,946
2018
$3,060 (+2.6%)
$10,365 + $30,581
$40,946
2017
$2,984 (+13.9%)
$6,248 + $27,969
$34,217
2016
$2,621 (+0.3%)
$6,248 + $27,969
$34,217
2015
$2,614 (−4.2%)
$5,016 + $24,738
$29,754
2014
$2,729
$4,294 + $26,069
$30,363
Tax history for 505 NW Watson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,129 (−14.1%)
$15,008 + $41,779
$56,787
2024
$4,805 (+0.7%)
$15,008 + $41,779
$56,787
2023
$4,770 (+37.6%)
$18,913 + $47,637
$66,550
2022
$3,466 (−2.0%)
$4,649 + $61,900
$66,549
2021
$3,538 (+3.8%)
$10,365 + $32,576
$42,941
2020
$3,407 (+2.8%)
$10,365 + $32,576
$42,941
2019
$3,314 (+8.3%)
$10,365 + $30,581
$40,946
2018
$3,060 (+2.6%)
$10,365 + $30,581
$40,946
2017
$2,984 (+13.9%)
$6,248 + $27,969
$34,217
2016
$2,621 (+0.3%)
$6,248 + $27,969
$34,217
2015
$2,614 (−4.2%)
$5,016 + $24,738
$29,754
2014
$2,729
$4,294 + $26,069
$30,363
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
130 ft.
Lot depth
285 ft.
Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
2,528
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
61320050500000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The R-1 Single-Family Residential District is established to provide low-density, single-family detached residential development. The R-1 density supports the goal of the Lee's Summit Comprehensive Plan in providing single-family densities at a maximum of four units per gross acre in close proximity to existing urban development. This district is designed for areas served by publicly-provided sanitary sewer.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage Faces Front
Property information provided by Heartland MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.