Is parking easy in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Is there wildlife in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say there's wildlife

Does Valley View, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Valley View, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Valley View, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's quiet

Does Valley View, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Valley View, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Would people walk alone at night in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Valley View, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 17% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Valley View, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 11% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 1705 E Mechanic Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO is $126,000 .

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.

What do residents say about the Valley View neighborhood?

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

Does 1705 E Mechanic Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1705 E Mechanic Ave?

The lot at 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.51 acres (22,216 sq ft).

1705 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050

OFF MARKET

$126,000

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,594 sqft (on 0.51 acres)

1705 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050

Valley View

Est. Refi. Payment $903/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$126K

Since last month

$13K (-9.2%)

Since last year

$10K (+8.4%)

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 +100% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$126K
September 2026	$128K
August 2026	$139K
July 2026	$147K
June 2026	$144K
May 2026	$145K
April 2026	$137K
March 2026	$110K
February 2026	$99K
January 2026	$90K
2025
December 2025	$94K
November 2025	$101K
October 2025	$96K
September 2025	$116K
August 2025	$128K
July 2025	$124K
June 2025	$121K
May 2025	$113K
April 2025	$104K
March 2025	$119K
February 2025	$102K
January 2025	$118K
2024
December 2024	$116K
November 2024	$122K
October 2024	$125K
September 2024	$126K
August 2024	$135K
July 2024	$124K
June 2024	$125K
May 2024	$127K
April 2024	$124K
March 2024	$117K
February 2024	$110K
January 2024	$102K
2023
December 2023	$107K
October 2023	$104K
September 2023	$104K
August 2023	$121K
July 2023	$131K
June 2023	$117K
May 2023	$119K
April 2023	$116K
March 2023	$113K
February 2023	$110K
January 2023	$111K
2022
December 2022	$111K
November 2022	$114K
October 2022	$118K
September 2022	$130K
August 2022	$129K
July 2022	$132K
June 2022	$131K
May 2022	$129K
April 2022	$126K
March 2022	$119K
February 2022	$110K
January 2022	$111K
2021
December 2021	$109K
November 2021	$110K
October 2021	$110K
September 2021	$111K
August 2021	$112K
July 2021	$112K
June 2021	$120K
May 2021	$127K
April 2021	$127K
March 2021	$121K
February 2021	$115K
January 2021	$117K
2020
December 2020	$109K
November 2020	$104K
October 2020	$101K
September 2020	$97K
August 2020	$98K
July 2020	$97K
June 2020	$96K
May 2020	$97K
April 2020	$98K
March 2020	$98K
February 2020	$97K
January 2020	$95K
2019
December 2019	$94K
November 2019	$97K
October 2019	$95K
September 2019	$94K
August 2019	$98K
July 2019	$98K
June 2019	$100K
May 2019	$93K
April 2019	$94K
March 2019	$93K
February 2019	$90K
January 2019	$88K
2018
December 2018	$88K
November 2018	$88K
October 2018	$88K
September 2018	$90K
August 2018	$90K
July 2018	$88K
June 2018	$87K
May 2018	$89K
April 2018	$87K
March 2018	$85K
February 2018	$83K
January 2018	$83K
2017
December 2017	$76K
November 2017	$76K
October 2017	$76K
September 2017	$78K
August 2017	$79K
July 2017	$76K
June 2017	$76K
May 2017	$74K
April 2017	$68K
March 2017	$67K
February 2017	$71K
January 2017	$66K
2016
December 2016	$65K
November 2016	$64K
October 2016	$63K

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
1701 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	09/08/26	3	2	1,945
15904 E T C Lea Rd, Independence, MO	0.20	Single-Family Home	-	07/29/26	2	1	988
607 S Lacy Rd, Independence, MO	0.27	Single-Family Home	-	11/20/25	2	2	1,734
1702 E T C Lea Rd, Independence, MO	0.37	Single-Family Home	-	12/03/25	2	1.5	1,297
1315 N Kiger Rd, Independence, MO	0.48	Single-Family Home	-	01/27/26	2	1	2,085
704 S Lacy Rd, Independence, MO	0.25	Single-Family Home	-	12/19/25	3	2	1,334
16009 E Independence Ave, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	12/10/25	4	2.5	1,800
1820 E Morgan Rd, Independence, MO	0.31	Single-Family Home	-	06/09/26	3	2	1,717
1749 Sinnott Cir, Independence, MO	0.41	Single-Family Home	-	08/18/26	2	1	828
1875 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO	0.10	Single-Family Home	-	10/14/25	3	2.5	1,512

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
1731 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$267,100	Studio	-	412	Off Market
511 Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$160,600	3	1	1,078	Off Market
1701 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	-	3	2	1,945	Recently Sold
511 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$138,400	3	1	1,078	Off Market
513 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$156,200	3	1	1,118	Off Market
1739 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$251,200	4	2	2,448	Off Market
515 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$110,400	2	1	1,230	Off Market
515 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
514 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	-	3	2.5	1,494	Off Market
1741 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$140,600	2	1	702	Off Market
1641 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$133,000	2	1	960	Off Market
1700 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$137,100	2	1	936	Off Market
519 Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$130,300	2	1	717	Off Market
519 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.06	$113,500	2	1	717	Off Market
15804 E Independence Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$160,300	2	1	1,260	Off Market
15808 E Independence Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$174,200	2	2	1,425	Off Market
1801 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$113,400	2	1	874	Off Market
15812 E Independence Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$95,000	1	1	780	Off Market
518 S Broad St, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$315,000	3	2	3,241	Off Market
1640 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.08	-	2	1	1,056	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1945

0.51 acre lot

1,594 sqft

$79/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1705 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO. 1705 E Mechanic Ave is in the Valley View neighborhood in Independence, MO and in ZIP code 64050. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,594 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.51 acres and was built in 1945.

1705 E Mechanic Ave, Independence, MO 64050 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,594 sqft single-family home in Valley View, built in 1945. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $126,000, with a rent estimate of $1,230/month.

Home Details for 1705 E Mechanic Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Composition
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.51 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,533	$112,890

Home facts updated by county records

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

Ott Elementary School
PK-5
Public
384 Students
Independence 30 School District
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
In this school, there is a lot of discrimination against different races. If you are not white, then teachers are unkind and cruel.
Parent Review
3y ago
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What Locals Say about Valley View

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70% say there's holiday spirit
59% say neighbors are friendly
50% say there are sidewalks

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At least 6 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say car is needed
88 % Say yards are well-kept
70 % Say there's wildlife
70 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say it's dog friendly
50 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say there are sidewalks
45 % Say kids play outside
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
27 % Say people would walk alone at night
17 % Say streets are well-lit
11 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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Frequently asked questions about 1705 E Mechanic Ave

What is 1705 E Mechanic Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO is $126,000.
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.
What do residents say about the Valley View neighborhood?
Residents describe the Valley View neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, well-kept, and neighborly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Valley View, Independence.
Does 1705 E Mechanic Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1705 E Mechanic Ave?
The lot at 1705 E Mechanic Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.51 acres (22,216 sq ft).