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$2,719 Closing Credit¹
#2507081, Jessica Hensley, Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC
$160,000 List price
216 S 5th St Independence, KS 67301
$1,900
Closing credit¹
5 beds
2 full
2,972 sqft
$54 / sqft
House
Property details
About 216 S 5th St
This REMARKABLE property is just what youve been looking for. Come sit on the front porch and look at two of the most architecturaly beautiful buildings in town. Directly across the street is the Presbyterian church and next to it is the historical Harry Sinclair home. Open the front door and marvel at the stunning entryway and dramatic stairway. The living room and parlor are spacious. Notice the stained glass features throughout the home. There is one bedroom on the main floor of the house. Upstairs boasts the other four bedrooms and a large bathroom with a huge clawfoot tub. Step out the back door and walk to a BIG storage shed...with electricity! This home, with all its stunning features lies in a picture perfect neighborhood. I think you're gonna like it here.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingElectric
Size2,972 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1898
ParkingDetached
MLS #2543414
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Detached
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Electric
- List Price: $160,000
- Price/SqFt: $53
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,142
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: City Lot
- Directions: On east Main Street, turn south on 5th Street. House is on the left side of the street.
- Year Built: 1898
- Living Area: 2,972 SqFt
- MLS Number: 2543414
- MLS Name: HMLS
- Office Name: Bill White Realty
- Listing Agent: Todd Young
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,975 | $3,142 |
| 2023 | $16,957 | $2,541 |
| 2022 | $14,343 | $- |
| 2021 | $12,472 | $- |
| 2020 | $11,666 | $- |
| 2019 | $12,724 | $- |
| 2018 | $12,525 | $2,425 |
| 2017 | $12,574 | $2,425 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Jefferson School
Public District 3-5
1.9 mi
•2101 N 13th St
6
Lincoln Central Elementary School
Public District PK-6
9.2 mi
•401 E Main St
4
Community Elementary School
Public District PK-6
12.8 mi
•102 Cline Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $31,545. Most Independence, KS residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
54%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Stein Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Adult Standards
Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 216 S 5th St
The listing price of 216 S 5th St property is $160,000.
The property 216 S 5th St is a house located in Independence, Kansas, 67301.
Active Listing: 216 S 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 216 S 5th St are: Jefferson School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Community Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Independence Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Roosevelt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mound Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Independence Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cherryvale Sr / Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Field Kindley High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,142 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 216 S 5th St has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 216 S 5th St is 2,972 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 216 S 5th St is 1898.
This home is located at 216 S 5th St in Independence, KS and zip code 67301. This 2,972 square foot home was built in 1898. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $160,000.
The number of homes for sale in Independence, KS increased by 13.3% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $129,700, while the average time on the real estate market was 80 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.