Is parking easy in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Benton, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Benton, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's dog friendly

Is there wildlife in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 48% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Benton, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Benton, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

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

Is Benton, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

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

Are the streets well-lit in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Benton, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Benton, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 11% of users say there are community events

What is 1257 Baker Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO is $172,500 .

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

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

What's the median sale price in Independence?

The median sale price in Independence is $229K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Benton neighborhood?

Residents describe the Benton neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Benton, Independence .

Does 1257 Baker Dr have air conditioning?

Yes, 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

Does 1257 Baker Dr have parking?

Yes, 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

$172,500

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath

1257 Baker Dr, Independence, MO 64050

Benton

Est. Refi. Payment $1,140/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$173K

Since last month

$5K (-2.8%)

Since last year

$4K (-2%)

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 +166% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$173K
August 2026	$173K
July 2026	$178K
June 2026	$179K
May 2026	$183K
April 2026	$179K
March 2026	$169K
February 2026	$175K
January 2026	$160K
2025
December 2025	$166K
November 2025	$181K
October 2025	$177K
September 2025	$177K
August 2025	$176K
July 2025	$170K
June 2025	$176K
May 2025	$173K
April 2025	$186K
March 2025	$173K
February 2025	$166K
January 2025	$175K
2024
December 2024	$164K
November 2024	$171K
October 2024	$158K
September 2024	$159K
August 2024	$160K
July 2024	$164K
June 2024	$181K
May 2024	$164K
April 2024	$173K
March 2024	$158K
February 2024	$164K
January 2024	$162K
2023
December 2023	$159K
November 2023	$166K
October 2023	$177K
September 2023	$181K
August 2023	$173K
July 2023	$175K
June 2023	$165K
May 2023	$169K
April 2023	$166K
March 2023	$162K
February 2023	$159K
January 2023	$144K
2022
December 2022	$135K
November 2022	$153K
October 2022	$140K
September 2022	$152K
August 2022	$151K
July 2022	$146K
June 2022	$149K
May 2022	$148K
April 2022	$145K
March 2022	$142K
February 2022	$165K
January 2022	$161K
2021
December 2021	$156K
November 2021	$158K
October 2021	$157K
September 2021	$159K
August 2021	$164K
July 2021	$155K
June 2021	$169K
May 2021	$106K
April 2021	$104K
March 2021	$100K
February 2021	$103K
January 2021	$95K
2020
December 2020	$99K
November 2020	$100K
October 2020	$92K
September 2020	$81K
August 2020	$74K
July 2020	$72K
June 2020	$71K
May 2020	$76K
April 2020	$77K
March 2020	$77K
February 2020	$77K
January 2020	$78K
2019
December 2019	$79K
November 2019	$80K
October 2019	$83K
September 2019	$83K
August 2019	$84K
July 2019	$87K
June 2019	$89K
May 2019	$91K
April 2019	$88K
March 2019	$91K
February 2019	$90K
January 2019	$90K
2018
December 2018	$83K
November 2018	$80K
October 2018	$70K
September 2018	$69K
August 2018	$69K
July 2018	$69K
June 2018	$68K
May 2018	$65K
April 2018	$69K
March 2018	$67K
February 2018	$59K
January 2018	$59K
2017
December 2017	$75K
November 2017	$77K
October 2017	$80K
September 2017	$82K
August 2017	$80K
July 2017	$76K
June 2017	$73K
May 2017	$68K
April 2017	$63K
March 2017	$57K
February 2017	$64K
January 2017	$64K
2016
December 2016	$67K
November 2016	$69K
October 2016	$71K
September 2016	$65K

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
204 S Rogers St, Independence, MO	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	05/15/26	2	1	930
203-209 S Hunter St, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	11/19/25	2	1	786
1749 Sinnott Cir, Independence, MO	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	08/18/26	2	1	828
218 S Hunter St, Independence, MO	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	07/30/26	2	1	922
1005 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	02/12/26	2	1	837
606 N Rogers St, Independence, MO	0.36	Single-Family Home	-	04/09/26	2	1	1,194
15023 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO	0.26	Single-Family Home	-	04/03/26	3	1	984
1014 E Smith Ave, Independence, MO	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	05/04/26	3	1	914
610 N Frandsen Rd, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	12/29/25	3	1	1,049
217 S Hunter St, Independence, MO	0.32	Single-Family Home	-	06/05/26	3	1	1,120

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
121 N Rogers St, Independence, MO 64050	0.17	$197,500	4	2	2,088	Off Market
409 N Saville Ct, Independence, MO 64050	0.18	$299,400	4	3	2,459	Off Market
1416 S Haden Ct, Independence, MO 64050	0.18	$320,600	Studio	2	-	Off Market
1046 E Smith Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.21	$140,700	2	1	800	Off Market
1421 S Haden Ct, Independence, MO 64050	0.18	$254,000	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1420 & 1422 S Haden Ct, Independence, MO 64050	0.19	-	Studio	-	-	Recently Sold
1425 S Haden Ct, Independence, MO 64050	0.19	$255,200	Studio	2	-	Off Market
118 N Rogers St, Independence, MO 64050	0.22	$132,500	2	1	780	Off Market
1038 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.23	$145,500	2	1	855	Off Market
15103 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64050	0.24	-	3	2	1,092	Recently Sold
405 N Rogers St, Independence, MO 64050	0.25	$120,000	2	1	744	For Sale
1034 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.24	$180,400	3	2	1,306	Off Market

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1947

About this House

Townhouse is part of a housing cooperative and an application must be approved by the management. The townhouse is maintenance free and the payment is $483 a month. Water and trash are included. Has full basement, a fenced yard, flower beds, a full kitchen with stove and refrigerator furnished and updated hardware. Bedrooms and living room have hardwood flooring. Exterior light fixtures have been updated. Interior is freshly painted.

1257 Baker Dr, Independence, MO 64050 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home in Benton, built in 1947. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $172,500, with a rent estimate of $1,189/month.

Home Details for 1257 Baker Dr

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Sep 23, 2013 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$500
Sep 18, 2013 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$500

Additional Cost

Market trends in Independence

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$229K

$6.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

Price per sq ft

$154

$4MoM

Available listings

413

9MoM

Around this home

Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School
PK-5
Public
401 Students
Independence 30 School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Not very good with education and not helping people and they need help they just send you on if you're failing your classes that were your not supposed to pass they keep passing you on and passing you on they never help you
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1y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Benton

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

86 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say car is needed
72 % Say yards are well-kept
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
61 % Say it's dog friendly
57 % Say there's wildlife
56 % Say kids play outside
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say neighbors are friendly
41 % Say there are sidewalks
41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
41 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
32 % Say it's quiet
11 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Megan L.
Resident
6y ago
"Other than the occasional item stolen from an unlocked car, this is a pretty safe, low crime area. Neighbors don't go out of their way to talk to each other, but I also haven't noticed any unpleasantness in the 5 years I've been here. It's been a good place to live. "
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Megan L.
Resident
7y ago
"People walk their dogs all the time and there are big, fenced yards. But there are also plenty of dogs running loose that can create a hazard. "
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Sissy122795
Resident
7y ago
"I think they would love it it’s quite the only thing is we live next to a nursing home and a train track and I feel some people wouldn’t like those things but other than that I think everyone would love it "
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Frequently asked questions about 1257 Baker Dr

What is 1257 Baker Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO is $172,500.
Is Independence a buyer's or seller's market?
Independence is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Independence?
The median sale price in Independence is $229K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Benton neighborhood?
Residents describe the Benton neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Benton, Independence.
Does 1257 Baker Dr have air conditioning?
Yes, 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
Does 1257 Baker Dr have parking?
Yes, 1257 Baker Dr in Independence, MO has on-site parking.