$55,000

517 E Birch St Independence, KS 67301

$653
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,392 sqft
$40 / sqft
House

Property details

About 517 E Birch St

This three-bedroom, one-bath home offers a promising opportunity for investors or DIY enthusiasts, with significant upgrades already completed by the current owners who had to relocate before finishing the project. Featuring paved street access at the front and a gravel alley with parking beneath a carport at the rear, along with an attached shed, the property is being sold as-is, making it an ideal canvas for customization and further improvements.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
Size1,392 sqft
Year built1900
ParkingCarport
MLS #2535269

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Carport
  • Heating: Other
  • List Price: $55,000
  • Price/SqFt: $39
  • Annual Tax Amount: $362
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From south 2nd street turn west, second house on south side of street
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 1,392 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 2535269
  • MLS Name: HMLS
  • Office Name: George Realtors
  • Listing Agent: Jeffrey Shaw

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,247$362
2023$2,119$655
2022$2,592$-
2021$2,254$-
2020$1,760$-
2019$3,450$-
2018$4,378$874
2017$4,681$874

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Jefferson School

Public District 3-5

2.2 mi

2101 N 13th St

6

Lincoln Central Elementary School

Public District PK-6

9.1 mi

401 E Main St

4

Community Elementary School

Public District PK-6

12.4 mi

102 Cline Rd

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 $33,305. Typical income of Independence, KS residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

52%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

50%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • KmartKmart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • OldiesOldies
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 517 E Birch St

The listing price of 517 E Birch St property is $55,000.

The property 517 E Birch St is a house located in Independence, Kansas, 67301.

Active Listing: 517 E Birch St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 517 E Birch 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 $362 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 517 E Birch St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 517 E Birch St is 1,392 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 517 E Birch St is 1900.

This home is located at 517 E Birch St in Independence, KS and zip code 67301. This 1,392 square foot home was built in 1900. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $55,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Independence, KS between March and April 2025 increased by 13.3%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 80 days, the median list price was $129,700.

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

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