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 126 E Elm St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO is $144,200 .

What is the price history for 126 E Elm St?

126 E Elm St in Independence, MO last sold in May 2026.

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 $236K. That is up $7.33K from the prior month.

Does 126 E Elm St have air conditioning?

Yes, 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 126 E Elm St?

The lot at 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO is about 0.14 acres (5,884 sq ft).

SOLD

MAY 1, 2026

$144,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,385 sqft

126 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050

Heart of Independence

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$144K

Since last month

$2K (-1.2%)

Since last year

$15K (-9.2%)

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 +133% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$144K
September 2026	$146K
August 2026	$146K
July 2026	$145K
June 2026	$144K
May 2026	$145K
April 2026	$149K
March 2026	$158K
February 2026	$154K
January 2026	$150K
2025
December 2025	$151K
November 2025	$153K
October 2025	$155K
September 2025	$159K
August 2025	$160K
July 2025	$164K
June 2025	$162K
May 2025	$163K
April 2025	$164K
March 2025	$160K
February 2025	$155K
January 2025	$156K
2024
December 2024	$156K
November 2024	$157K
October 2024	$159K
September 2024	$158K
August 2024	$161K
July 2024	$160K
June 2024	$162K
May 2024	$161K
April 2024	$161K
March 2024	$158K
February 2024	$155K
January 2024	$152K
2023
December 2023	$153K
November 2023	$154K
October 2023	$157K
September 2023	$156K
August 2023	$157K
July 2023	$159K
June 2023	$157K
May 2023	$154K
April 2023	$152K
March 2023	$149K
February 2023	$144K
January 2023	$144K
2022
December 2022	$144K
November 2022	$146K
October 2022	$146K
September 2022	$148K
August 2022	$149K
July 2022	$152K
June 2022	$158K
May 2022	$162K
April 2022	$159K
March 2022	$152K
February 2022	$143K
January 2022	$142K
2021
December 2021	$141K
November 2021	$139K
October 2021	$139K
September 2021	$139K
August 2021	$140K
July 2021	$144K
June 2021	$142K
May 2021	$130K
April 2021	$123K
March 2021	$114K
February 2021	$104K
January 2021	$102K
2020
December 2020	$104K
November 2020	$99K
October 2020	$97K
September 2020	$98K
August 2020	$91K
July 2020	$88K
June 2020	$89K
May 2020	$94K
April 2020	$99K
March 2020	$99K
February 2020	$100K
January 2020	$100K
2019
December 2019	$96K
November 2019	$84K
October 2019	$82K
September 2019	$82K
August 2019	$88K
July 2019	$89K
June 2019	$85K
May 2019	$83K
April 2019	$88K
March 2019	$90K
February 2019	$83K
January 2019	$80K
2018
December 2018	$76K
November 2018	$74K
October 2018	$75K
September 2018	$72K
August 2018	$76K
July 2018	$81K
June 2018	$81K
May 2018	$81K
April 2018	$78K
March 2018	$73K
February 2018	$65K
January 2018	$69K
2017
December 2017	$57K
November 2017	$57K
October 2017	$62K
September 2017	$68K
August 2017	$60K
July 2017	$61K
June 2017	$65K
May 2017	$65K
April 2017	$67K
March 2017	$61K
February 2017	$66K
January 2017	$62K
2016
December 2016	$66K
November 2016	$63K
October 2016	$62K

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
421 S Main St, Independence, MO	0.05	Single-Family Home	-	03/09/26	2	1	1,748
229 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.13	Single-Family Home	-	12/19/25	3	2	1,536
522 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.39	Single-Family Home	-	07/21/26	3	1	1,294
315 S Spring St, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	11/26/25	2	1	1,108
143 E Short Ave, Independence, MO	0.05	Single-Family Home	-	08/31/26	4	2	1,578
926 S Washington St, Independence, MO	0.43	Single-Family Home	-	01/15/26	3	1	1,558
129 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO	0.32	Single-Family Home	-	08/18/26	2	1	976
947 S Washington St, Independence, MO	0.47	Single-Family Home	-	09/11/26	3	1	1,052
318 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	10/23/25	2	1	1,017

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
130 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	-	-	-	1,862	Off Market
122 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	$124,600	2	1	1,101	Off Market
134 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
120 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$143,300	3	1	1,570	Off Market
116 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$127,500	3	2	1,436	Off Market
125 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$136,200	3	1	1,630	Off Market
129 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$133,900	3	1	1,389	Off Market
123 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$170,000	2	1	948	Off Market
418 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$136,400	3	1	1,147	Off Market
131 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$84,700	2	1	776	Off Market
127 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$117,700	2	2	1,120	Off Market
119 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$207,500	6	4	2,140	Off Market
129 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$159,200	3	1	1,333	Off Market
123 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$168,000	3	2	1,236	Off Market
110 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$166,100	3	2	1,541	Off Market
133 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$204,100	3	2	1,500	Off Market
133 E Elm St #B, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	3	2	1,650	Off Market
133 E Elm St #A, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$205,100	3	2	-	Off Market
139 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$212,300	4	4	2,627	Off Market
139 E Short Ave #3, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$173,900	1	1	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1930

1,385 sqft

$104/sqft

Garage

About this House

What's unique:Fully fenced backyard

Great opportunity for first-time buyers or investors! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is located in the heart of Independence and offers strong rental potential.

The home features large windows that bring in plenty of natural light. The kitchen has been updated with newer appliances, making it both functional and inviting.

Outside, you’ll find a fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets or outdoor enjoyment—plus a detached garage for additional storage or parking.

126 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,385 sqft single-family home in Heart of Independence, built in 1930. It was last sold on May 1, 2026. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2020 with an asking price of $1,050 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 5, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $144,200, with a rent estimate of $1,332/month.

Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago

Listed by Ray Orellano, (913) 744-0157

Scudo Realty LLC

Bought with: Sudy Hurst, (913) 481-9370, ReeceNichols- Leawood Town Center

Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2610076

Home Details for 126 E Elm St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Full
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1385 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1385

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building Construction Materials: Other
Property Information Not Included in Sale: FireplaceParcel Number: 26230381300000000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $150,000
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Funding

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Location
Direction & Address City: IndependenceCommunity: Other
School Information High School District: Independence

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1385 Square Feet

HOA
No HOA

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5884 sqft

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business
Business Information Ownership: Investor

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 2610076Attribution Contact: 913-744-0157Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1385

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 1, 2026 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2610076	Sold	--
Apr 10, 2026 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2610076	Pending	$150,000
Mar 30, 2026 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2610076	Listed For Sale	$150,000
Jan 5, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium	ListingRemoved
Dec 1, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,050

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,257	$92,570

Additional Cost

Market trends in Independence

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$236K

$7.33KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

Price per sq ft

$151

$3MoM

Available listings

442

29MoM

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
3mo ago
11 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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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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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-10-05 15:57:55 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price. Click here for more information
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Frequently asked questions about 126 E Elm St

What is 126 E Elm St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO is $144,200.
What is the price history for 126 E Elm St?
126 E Elm St in Independence, MO last sold in May 2026.
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 $236K. That is up $7.33K from the prior month.
Does 126 E Elm St have air conditioning?
Yes, 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 126 E Elm St?
The lot at 126 E Elm St in Independence, MO is about 0.14 acres (5,884 sq ft).