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 129 E Elm St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO is $158,100 .

What is the price history for 129 E Elm St?

129 E Elm St in Independence, MO last sold in April 2021.

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.

How big is the lot at 129 E Elm St?

The lot at 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO is about 0.14 acres (6,277 sq ft).

Does 129 E Elm St have a garage?

Yes, 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$158,100

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,333 sqft

129 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050

Heart of Independence

Est. Refi. Payment $1,101/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$158K

Since last month

$3K (-1.9%)

Since last year

$4K (-2.3%)

Since last sale

$107K (+210%)

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 +205% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$158K
August 2026	$161K
July 2026	$163K
June 2026	$165K
May 2026	$164K
April 2026	$162K
March 2026	$161K
February 2026	$159K
January 2026	$153K
2025
December 2025	$155K
November 2025	$157K
October 2025	$160K
September 2025	$162K
August 2025	$163K
July 2025	$167K
June 2025	$166K
May 2025	$167K
April 2025	$166K
March 2025	$164K
February 2025	$159K
January 2025	$159K
2024
December 2024	$159K
November 2024	$161K
October 2024	$162K
September 2024	$162K
August 2024	$163K
July 2024	$164K
June 2024	$168K
May 2024	$166K
April 2024	$167K
March 2024	$165K
February 2024	$163K
January 2024	$159K
2023
December 2023	$160K
November 2023	$161K
October 2023	$164K
September 2023	$162K
August 2023	$163K
July 2023	$166K
June 2023	$164K
May 2023	$160K
April 2023	$158K
March 2023	$155K
February 2023	$150K
January 2023	$149K
2022
December 2022	$149K
November 2022	$150K
October 2022	$146K
September 2022	$144K
August 2022	$144K
July 2022	$145K
June 2022	$145K
May 2022	$144K
April 2022	$141K
March 2022	$141K
February 2022	$139K
January 2022	$137K
2021
December 2021	$134K
November 2021	$132K
October 2021	$135K
September 2021	$130K
August 2021	$130K
July 2021	$129K
June 2021	$128K
May 2021	$127K
April 2021	$126K
March 2021	$110K
February 2021	$109K
January 2021	$108K
2020
December 2020	$107K
November 2020	$103K
October 2020	$99K
September 2020	$95K
August 2020	$91K
July 2020	$89K
June 2020	$89K
May 2020	$89K
April 2020	$87K
March 2020	$86K
February 2020	$88K
January 2020	$88K
2019
December 2019	$89K
November 2019	$88K
October 2019	$85K
September 2019	$84K
August 2019	$83K
July 2019	$81K
June 2019	$85K
May 2019	$93K
April 2019	$102K
March 2019	$102K
February 2019	$94K
January 2019	$91K
2018
December 2018	$86K
November 2018	$90K
October 2018	$77K
September 2018	$76K
August 2018	$75K
July 2018	$75K
June 2018	$71K
May 2018	$75K
April 2018	$75K
March 2018	$73K
February 2018	$68K
January 2018	$59K
2017
December 2017	$67K
November 2017	$67K
October 2017	$69K
September 2017	$70K
August 2017	$67K
July 2017	$59K
June 2017	$64K
May 2017	$59K
April 2017	$57K
March 2017	$57K
February 2017	$58K
January 2017	$56K
2016
December 2016	$53K
November 2016	$53K
October 2016	$58K
September 2016	$52K

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
126 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.04	Single-Family Home	-	05/01/26	3	1	1,385
421 S Main St, Independence, MO	0.07	Single-Family Home	-	03/09/26	2	1	1,748
229 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.11	Single-Family Home	-	12/19/25	3	2	1,536
522 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.40	Single-Family Home	-	07/21/26	3	1	1,294
926 S Washington St, Independence, MO	0.40	Single-Family Home	-	01/15/26	3	1	1,558
315 S Spring St, Independence, MO	0.31	Single-Family Home	-	11/26/25	2	1	1,108
947 S Washington St, Independence, MO	0.43	Single-Family Home	-	09/11/26	3	1	1,052
143 E Short Ave, Independence, MO	0.08	Single-Family Home	-	08/31/26	4	2	1,578
129 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	08/18/26	2	1	976
318 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.26	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
133 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	$202,800	3	2	1,500	Off Market
133 E Elm St #B, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	-	3	2	1,650	Off Market
133 E Elm St #A, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	$268,700	3	2	-	Off Market
127 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	$120,100	2	2	1,120	Off Market
137 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$141,000	4	2	1,344	Off Market
123 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$168,000	3	2	1,236	Off Market
119 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$135,900	3	1	1,218	Off Market
126 E Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$211,100	3	2	2,433	Off Market
130 E Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$175,800	3	2	1,638	Off Market
120 E Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$169,300	3	1	1,934	Off Market
130 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	-	-	1,862	Off Market
126 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	3	1	1,385	Recently Sold
134 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	-	-	-	Off Market
117 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$124,600	2	1	936	Off Market
122 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$124,600	2	1	1,101	Off Market
118 E Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$194,900	3	2	1,861	Off Market
116 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$129,000	3	2	1,436	Off Market
120 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$143,300	3	1	1,570	Off Market
514 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	-	-	-	Off Market
114 E Pacific Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$158,200	3	2	2,176	Off Market

Local Information

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

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1900

1,333 sqft

$119/sqft

Garage

About this House

WOW. This house is move in ready with lots of NEW! Newer Roof and gutters. Newer electrical throughout the house. All new interior paint, new exterior light on front porch, and new window blinds. Kitchen boasts brand new kitchen cabinets, countertops and flooring. New luxury vinyl plank throughout living room, dining room and kitchen. Brand new carpet in all bedrooms and steps to leading to 3rd bedroom. Thermal windows throughout. Ring doorbell by the front door and security camera on the back of the property. Large outbuilding in the back would work great for storage or a workshop. Don't miss out on the beautiful property!

129 E Elm St, Independence, MO 64050 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,333 sqft single-family home in Heart of Independence, built in 1900. It was last sold on Apr 6, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $158,100, with a rent estimate of $1,371/month.

Home Details for 129 E Elm St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Other
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6276 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 6, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2307726	Sold	--
Mar 7, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$110,000
Mar 5, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$110,000
Feb 25, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$26,900
Jan 14, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$26,900 Price increased by 0%
Jan 7, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Dec 21, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	--

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
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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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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.
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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
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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
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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 129 E Elm St

What is 129 E Elm St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO is $158,100.
What is the price history for 129 E Elm St?
129 E Elm St in Independence, MO last sold in April 2021.
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.
How big is the lot at 129 E Elm St?
The lot at 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO is about 0.14 acres (6,277 sq ft).
Does 129 E Elm St have a garage?
Yes, 129 E Elm St in Independence, MO has a garage.