$154,900

500 S Forest Ave Independence, MO 64050

$1,839
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
796 sqft
$195 / sqft
House

Property details

About 500 S Forest Ave

This is just the cutest little house you ever did see! Two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, kitchen and laundry. This little cottage also features a giant fenced in yard and carport for off street parking. This house is ideal for someone’s just starting out or downsizing after the kids are gone. This house features solar panels to keep the electric bill in check, along with new windows all around. This home is very very efficient! Don’t miss out.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingAttic Fan, Electric
Size796 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1940
ParkingCarport
MLS #2516357

Summary

  • MLS Number: 2516357
  • MLS Name: HMLS
  • Office Name: KC Realtors LLC
  • Office Phone: (816) 617-8387
  • Listing Agent: Donnie Moss

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bungalow-style house with covered porch, a front lawn, and solar panels

$154,900

500 S Forest Ave

$1,839

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$16,019$1,084
2023$16,019$771
2022$10,451$771
2021$10,451$771
2020$10,010$760
2019$10,010$733
2018$9,115$733
2017$9,115$713

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Procter Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

1403 W Linden Ave

6

Bryant Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

827 W College St

6

Santa Fe Trail Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

1301 Windsor St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,046. The majority of Independence, MO residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
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About 500 S Forest Ave

This home is located at 500 S Forest Ave in Independence, MO and zip code 64050. This 796 square foot home was built in 1940. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $154,900.

In February 2025 in Independence, MO there were 12.2% more homes for sale than in January. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $212,826, while the average time on the real estate market was 77 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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