428 E Short Ave
Independence, MO 64050
Benton- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 954 sqft
$150,900
as of Aug 9, 2026
$150,900
as of Aug 9, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
954 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
954 sqft
Price/Sqft
$158
Parking
Garage
About this House
These 2 properties are right next door to each other just minutes from historic downtown Independence, RLDS Temple, and Truman home. 428 Short & 426 Short, Independence, MO. Both are two bed one bath. 428 has a spacious living, dining room, and kitchen. Needs carpet and paint, flooring update in kitchen and bath. Huge garage out back with a loft upstairs. Great bones, electric, plumbing and HWH. There is a boiler in the basement. Roof and gutters are in good condition as well. 426 has fire damage but isn't a total loss. Same floor plan as the other. Zestimate for both are $50k. Both Properties are county assessed at $50k as well. Great neighborhood. Make an offer
Home Details for 428 E Short Ave
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Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining RoomStorageCeiling Fan |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood |
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckLawnPatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Carport, Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1900 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 6970 sqft |
Price History for 428 E Short Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 06/04/2014 | $25,900 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 05/20/2014 | $25,900 | PriceChange | N/A |
| 04/18/2014 | $29,900 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
Market trends in Independence
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$223K
$10.32KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$151
$6MoM
Available listings
404
24MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $1,293 |
| Assessment | $95,220 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 428 E Short Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | - | 10/23/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,017 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/21/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,294 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/31/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,122 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 922 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/12/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,080 | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | - | 11/19/25 | 2 | 1 | 786 | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | - | 02/12/26 | 2 | 1 | 837 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/01/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,385 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/26/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,266 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/05/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,433 |
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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
34 % Say people would walk alone at night
33 % Say streets are well-lit
32 % Say it's quiet
11 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 428 E Short Ave
- What is 428 E Short Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 428 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is $150,900.
- 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 $223K. That is up $10.32K 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 428 E Short Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 428 E Short Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 428 E Short Ave?The lot at 428 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.16 acres (6,970 sq ft).

