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 428 E Short Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 428 E Short Ave in Independence, MO is $145,800 .

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 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).

OFF MARKET

$145,800

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
954 sqft

428 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050

Benton

Est. Refi. Payment $1,022/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$146K

Since last month

$3K (-2.1%)

Since last year

$1K (+1%)

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 +224% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$146K
August 2026	$149K
July 2026	$150K
June 2026	$151K
May 2026	$152K
April 2026	$150K
March 2026	$147K
February 2026	$142K
January 2026	$137K
2025
December 2025	$138K
November 2025	$141K
October 2025	$142K
September 2025	$145K
August 2025	$145K
July 2025	$149K
June 2025	$148K
May 2025	$145K
April 2025	$146K
March 2025	$145K
February 2025	$138K
January 2025	$140K
2024
December 2024	$139K
November 2024	$141K
October 2024	$137K
September 2024	$137K
August 2024	$136K
July 2024	$138K
June 2024	$142K
May 2024	$141K
April 2024	$142K
March 2024	$139K
February 2024	$136K
January 2024	$134K
2023
December 2023	$134K
November 2023	$133K
October 2023	$135K
September 2023	$136K
August 2023	$138K
July 2023	$137K
June 2023	$137K
May 2023	$134K
April 2023	$131K
March 2023	$126K
February 2023	$113K
January 2023	$108K
2022
December 2022	$107K
November 2022	$108K
October 2022	$108K
September 2022	$109K
August 2022	$109K
July 2022	$110K
June 2022	$110K
May 2022	$108K
April 2022	$105K
March 2022	$104K
February 2022	$104K
January 2022	$104K
2021
December 2021	$102K
November 2021	$102K
October 2021	$103K
September 2021	$104K
August 2021	$105K
July 2021	$105K
June 2021	$110K
May 2021	$113K
April 2021	$115K
March 2021	$110K
February 2021	$105K
January 2021	$101K
2020
December 2020	$104K
November 2020	$99K
October 2020	$92K
September 2020	$90K
August 2020	$84K
July 2020	$81K
June 2020	$77K
May 2020	$76K
April 2020	$79K
March 2020	$76K
February 2020	$78K
January 2020	$79K
2019
December 2019	$79K
November 2019	$87K
October 2019	$85K
September 2019	$85K
August 2019	$84K
July 2019	$78K
June 2019	$79K
May 2019	$80K
April 2019	$80K
March 2019	$68K
February 2019	$70K
January 2019	$64K
2018
December 2018	$60K
November 2018	$62K
October 2018	$59K
September 2018	$63K
August 2018	$61K
July 2018	$59K
June 2018	$59K
May 2018	$61K
April 2018	$56K
March 2018	$54K
February 2018	$55K
January 2018	$56K
2017
December 2017	$47K
November 2017	$48K
October 2017	$52K
September 2017	$57K
August 2017	$57K
July 2017	$43K
June 2017	$43K
May 2017	$43K
April 2017	$41K
March 2017	$40K
February 2017	$37K
January 2017	$38K
2016
December 2016	$36K
November 2016	$36K
October 2016	$37K
September 2016	$45K

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
318 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.13	Single-Family Home	-	10/23/25	2	1	1,017
613 E Kansas Ave, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	08/13/26	2	1	1,150
522 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.11	Single-Family Home	-	07/21/26	3	1	1,294
816 S Logan Ave, Independence, MO	0.46	Single-Family Home	-	09/22/26	2	1	902
717 E Kansas Ave, Independence, MO	0.25	Single-Family Home	-	07/31/26	2	1	1,122
218 S Hunter St, Independence, MO	0.45	Single-Family Home	-	07/30/26	2	1	922
211 S Pearl St, Independence, MO	0.11	Single-Family Home	-	05/12/26	2	1.5	1,080
203-209 S Hunter St, Independence, MO	0.48	Single-Family Home	-	11/19/25	2	1	786
1005 E Walnut St, Independence, MO	0.48	Single-Family Home	-	02/12/26	2	1	837
126 E Elm St, Independence, MO	0.30	Single-Family Home	-	05/01/26	3	1	1,385

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
426 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.01	-	-	-	-	Recently Sold
314 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$167,500	5	2.5	1,200	Off Market
424 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.02	$126,600	3	2	982	Off Market
312 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$118,600	3	1	757	Off Market
321 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$177,100	4	2	1,120	Off Market
400 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$190,800	4	2.5	2,144	Off Market
422 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.03	$105,200	2	1	941	Off Market
304 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$141,500	3	2	1,335	Off Market
327 S Hocker Ave #R, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	3	1	918	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	4	3	1,463	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	4	3	1,463	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	4	3	1,463	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	4	3	1,463	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	-	4	3	1,463	Off Market
404 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$103,200	3	1	972	Off Market
419 E Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$143,800	2	1	1,219	Off Market
416 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$127,700	5	3	1,463	Off Market
403 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.04	$143,100	3	1	1,010	Off Market
319 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$144,400	2	1	976	Off Market
329 S Hocker Ave, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$180,200	2	1	918	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1900

954 sqft

$153/sqft

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

428 E Short Ave, Independence, MO 64050 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 954 sqft single-family home in Benton, built in 1900. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $145,800, with a rent estimate of $1,157/month.

Home Details for 428 E Short Ave

Interior Features
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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckLawnPatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Carport, Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

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

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6970 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Jun 4, 2014 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$25,900
May 20, 2014 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$25,900 Price decreased by 13%
Apr 18, 2014 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$29,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,293	$95,220

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

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
8y 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 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 $145,800.
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 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).