Is parking easy in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say parking is easy

Does Heart of Independence, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Heart of Independence, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is a car needed in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say yards are well-kept

Are the streets well-lit in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Would people walk alone at night in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do residents of Heart of Independence, Independence, MO plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say it's quiet

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say there are community events

What is 118 E Short Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is $225,100 .

Is Independence a buyer's or seller's market?

Independence is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Independence?

The median sale price in Independence is $233K. That is down $2.5K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Heart of Independence neighborhood?

Residents describe the Heart of Independence neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Heart of Independence, Independence .

Does 118 E Short Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 118 E Short Ave?

The lot at 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.34 acres (14,810 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$225,100

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,000 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

118 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050

Heart of Independence

Est. Refi. Payment $1,522/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$225K

Since last month

$8K (-3.3%)

Since last year

$13K (+5.9%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +62% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$225K
October 2026	$225K
September 2026	$233K
August 2026	$239K
July 2026	$243K
June 2026	$246K
May 2026	$245K
April 2026	$230K
March 2026	$222K
February 2026	$216K
January 2026	$213K
2025
December 2025	$206K
November 2025	$209K
October 2025	$213K
September 2025	$228K
August 2025	$236K
July 2025	$241K
June 2025	$243K
May 2025	$243K
April 2025	$247K
March 2025	$239K
February 2025	$228K
January 2025	$232K
2024
December 2024	$234K
November 2024	$237K
October 2024	$238K
September 2024	$240K
August 2024	$245K
2023
July 2023	$265K
June 2023	$263K
May 2023	$252K
April 2023	$246K
March 2023	$239K
February 2023	$235K
January 2023	$240K
2022
December 2022	$238K
November 2022	$244K
October 2022	$238K
September 2022	$251K
August 2022	$253K
July 2022	$253K
June 2022	$254K
May 2022	$252K
April 2022	$250K
March 2022	$239K
February 2022	$222K
January 2022	$216K
2021
December 2021	$216K
November 2021	$217K
October 2021	$216K
September 2021	$214K
August 2021	$217K
July 2021	$229K
June 2021	$235K
May 2021	$233K
April 2021	$230K
March 2021	$224K
February 2021	$220K
January 2021	$215K
2020
December 2020	$209K
November 2020	$198K
October 2020	$196K
September 2020	$192K
August 2020	$189K
July 2020	$184K
June 2020	$181K
May 2020	$182K
April 2020	$181K
March 2020	$176K
February 2020	$175K
January 2020	$167K
2019
December 2019	$162K
November 2019	$159K
October 2019	$166K
September 2019	$174K
August 2019	$152K
July 2019	$147K
June 2019	$145K
May 2019	$153K
April 2019	$154K
March 2019	$154K
February 2019	$151K
January 2019	$146K
2018
December 2018	$147K
November 2018	$148K
October 2018	$143K
September 2018	$145K
August 2018	$151K
July 2018	$136K
June 2018	$141K
May 2018	$143K
April 2018	$142K
March 2018	$134K
February 2018	$132K
January 2018	$139K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
143 E Short Ave, Independence, MO	0.07	Single-Family Home	-	08/31/26	4	2	1,578
229 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	12/19/25	3	2	1,536
500 N Delaware St, Independence, MO	0.68	Single-Family Home	-	04/27/26	3	2	2,291
506 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO	0.41	Single-Family Home	-	11/26/25	4	2	1,500
126 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.08	Single-Family Home	-	05/01/26	3	1	1,385
219 E South Ave, Independence, MO	0.57	Single-Family Home	-	12/09/25	3	2	1,464
1123 S Liberty St, Independence, MO	0.65	Single-Family Home	-	06/16/26	4	2.5	1,484
611 W Maple Ave, Independence, MO	0.50	Single-Family Home	-	05/14/26	5	3.5	3,808
909 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO	0.71	Single-Family Home	-	07/17/26	3	1.5	2,236
804 N Main St, Independence, MO	0.69	Single-Family Home	-	04/09/26	4	2	3,618

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
126 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	-	5	3	2,775	Off Market
110 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$164,400	2	1	792	Off Market
317 S Main St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$209,700	5	2	1,428	Off Market
318 S Lynn St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$177,800	5	2	1,428	Off Market
108 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	-	2	1	1,674	Off Market
108 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$142,300	2	1	1,690	Off Market
132 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$106,000	2	1	1,171	Off Market
125 E Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	-	-	-	Off Market
115 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$179,200	3	2	1,542	Off Market
136 E Short Ave #2, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$182,300	1	1	560	Off Market
119 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$206,800	6	4	2,140	Off Market
123 E Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$144,100	3	2	1,307	Off Market
136 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$178,700	1	1	651	Off Market
136 E Short Ave #3, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$197,800	2	1	1,300	Off Market
123 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$168,800	2	1	948	Off Market
115 E Walnut Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	-	-	-	-	Off Market
129 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$131,400	3	1	1,389	Off Market
131 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$85,000	2	1	776	Off Market
409 S Main St, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$154,000	3	2	1,344	Off Market
139 E Short Ave #5, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	-	2	1	820	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1868

0.34 acre lot

3,000 sqft

$75/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 118 E Short Ave, Independence, MO. 118 E Short Ave is in the Heart of Independence neighborhood in Independence, MO and in ZIP code 64050. This property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 3,000 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.34 acres and was built in 1868.

118 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,000 sqft single-family home in Heart of Independence, built in 1868. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $225,100, with a rent estimate of $2,144/month.

Home Details for 118 E Short Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Carpet
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckPorch

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1868
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Building
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Disabled Access

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,155	$158,700

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Independence

Last updated September 2026

Avg. sale price

$233K

$2.5KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

Price per sq ft

$148

$3MoM

Available listings

416

27MoM

Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Around this home

Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
PK-5
Public
364 Students
Independence 30 School District
8/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Former student back in 2019 currently a sophomore going to junior year I came here for nostalgia I’d wish to see my old classmates again
Parent Review
4mo ago
11 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Heart of Independence

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What Locals Say about Heart of Independence

At least 28 Trulia users voted on each feature.

81 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say there are sidewalks
77 % Say there's holiday spirit
73 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
65 % Say yards are well-kept
56 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say there's wildlife
52 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
47 % Say people would walk alone at night
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say it's quiet
41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Wanda Knight
Resident
1y ago
"Santa Cali Gon is 3 blocks away I love the square The churches are helping people. As much as they can. There is so much love here Our neighbors take care of each other "
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Prev. Resident
3y ago
"I've lived here my whole life and it's pretty good place to raise a family , not much junky homes at all , independence does a great job of keeping the riff raff away"
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Lizzy love joy
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3y ago
"This house is awesome not sure where it’s located but going to get address hope it’s not too late to call. God bless you for letting me see it I can see that being my home."
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Caitlin B. .
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6y ago
"I've lived here for 2 years and it's an amazing neighborhood for you to raise your kids or even to just start a family."
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Lana B.
Resident
6y ago
"30 minutes to downtown if there is not bad traffic or nasty weather, but sometimes it takes upward of an hour. "
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Angela O. C.
Resident
7y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for up to four years I loved it everybody is very friendly and easygoing I really am going to miss if I have to move from this area I would love to stay and Independence it feels like home"
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Laquushaneal
Resident
8y ago
"Wish I had a better landlord who care about keeping their property up to date. Hate the school district because they don’t care about their student getting the best education especially the ones who need extra help. "
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Deray
Resident
8y ago
"its super close to Restaurants and Entertainment So close that you can literally walk to everything with in 5 to 10 minutes"
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Frequently asked questions about 118 E Short Ave

What is 118 E Short Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is $225,100.
Is Independence a buyer's or seller's market?
Independence is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Independence?
The median sale price in Independence is $233K. That is down $2.5K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Heart of Independence neighborhood?
Residents describe the Heart of Independence neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Heart of Independence, Independence.
Does 118 E Short Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 118 E Short Ave?
The lot at 118 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.34 acres (14,810 sq ft).