Are yards well-kept in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say parking is easy

Is Ava, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say car is needed

Does Ava, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is there wildlife in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's wildlife

Do residents of Ava, MO plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

As of early 2026, 62% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Ava, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Ava, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Ava, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Ava, MO?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say streets are well-lit

What is 509 James Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 509 James Ave in Ava, MO is $248,500 .

Is Ava a buyer's or seller's market?

Ava is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Ava?

Residents describe Ava, MO as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ava, MO .

What are the closest schools to 509 James Ave?

The closest schools to 509 James Ave in Ava, MO are Ava Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Ava High School (rated 6/10), Ava Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10).

How big is the lot at 509 James Ave?

The lot at 509 James Ave in Ava, MO is about 0.60 acres (26,136 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$248,500

Trulia Estimate

Studio
2,513 sqft (on 0.60 acres)

509 James Ave, Ava, MO 65608

Est. Refi. Payment $1,490/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$249K

Since last month

$2K (-0.7%)

Since last year

$16K (+6.7%)

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 +55% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$249K
August 2026	$248K
July 2026	$250K
June 2026	$254K
May 2026	$253K
April 2026	$233K
March 2026	$230K
February 2026	$230K
January 2026	$234K
2025
December 2025	$234K
November 2025	$233K
October 2025	$233K
September 2025	$233K
August 2025	$233K
July 2025	$237K
June 2025	$233K
May 2025	$231K
April 2025	$230K
March 2025	$228K
February 2025	$226K
January 2025	$223K
2024
December 2024	$223K
November 2024	$221K
October 2024	$221K
September 2024	$219K
August 2024	$226K
July 2024	$217K
June 2024	$216K
May 2024	$215K
April 2024	$215K
March 2024	$214K
February 2024	$214K
January 2024	$215K
2023
December 2023	$215K
November 2023	$214K
October 2023	$214K
September 2023	$213K
August 2023	$212K
July 2023	$209K
June 2023	$209K
May 2023	$208K
April 2023	$217K
March 2023	$217K
February 2023	$225K
January 2023	$244K
2022
December 2022	$242K
November 2022	$244K
October 2022	$246K
September 2022	$244K
August 2022	$261K
July 2022	$204K
June 2022	$202K
May 2022	$197K
April 2022	$189K
March 2022	$188K
February 2022	$187K
January 2022	$185K
2021
December 2021	$187K
November 2021	$187K
October 2021	$187K
September 2021	$186K
August 2021	$188K
July 2021	$190K
June 2021	$188K
May 2021	$184K
April 2021	$184K
March 2021	$176K
February 2021	$170K
January 2021	$170K
2020
December 2020	$167K
November 2020	$162K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$160K
August 2020	$159K
July 2020	$165K
June 2020	$165K
May 2020	$160K
April 2020	$160K

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
20259 W State Highway 76, Ava, MO	0.82	Single-Family Home	-	08/20/26	3	1	1,260

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
705 SE 4th Ave, Ava, MO 65608	2.57	$112,100	2	-	-	Off Market
803 E Garfield Ave, Ava, MO 65608	2.12	$220,200	Studio	-	2,246	Off Market
14640 E State Highway 14, Ava, MO 65608	2.22	$118,800	2	-	1,145	Off Market
14410 E State Highway 14, Ava, MO 65608	2.37	$205,000	3	-	1,364	Off Market
14900 E State Highway 14, Ava, MO 65608	2.37	$269,100	4	-	-	Off Market
15409 E State Highway 14, Ava, MO 65608	2.37	$88,800	Studio	-	946	Off Market
405 Curry Avenue, Ava, MO 65608	2.02	$144,200	3	2	1,308	Off Market
606 Ash St, Ava, MO 65608	1.81	$125,400	5	-	1,298	Off Market
9740 NW 4th St-Pvt Dr-A Drive, Ava, MO 65608	1.90	-	3	1	1,032	Recently Sold
203 W Garfield Ave, Ava, MO 65608	2.08	$68,200	3	1	1,100	Off Market
504 S Spurlock St, Ava, MO 65608	2.32	-	2	-	1,284	Off Market
306 Curry Ave, Ava, MO 65608	2.03	$62,100	2	-	666	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1988

0.6 acre lot

2,513 sqft

$99/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 509 James Ave, Ava, MO. 509 James Ave is in Ava, MO and in ZIP code 65608. This property has approximately 2,513 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.60 acres and was built in 1988.

509 James Ave, Ava, MO 65608 is a studio, 2,513 sqft single-family home built in 1988. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $248,500, with a rent estimate of $1,911/month.

Home Details for 509 James Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1988
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.60 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 20, 2023 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	Pending	$229,900
Mar 21, 2023 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	PendingToActive	$229,900
Mar 20, 2023 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	Pending	$229,900
Feb 10, 2023 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	PriceChange	$229,900 Price decreased by 8%
Sep 16, 2022 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	PriceChange	$249,900 Price decreased by 6%
Aug 29, 2022 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60226786	Listed For Sale	$265,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$884	$147,500

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Market trends in Ava

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Around this home

Ava Elementary School
PK-4
Public
553 Students
Ava R-I School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This is my favorite school, my child has been in SPS and Ava is at least 1 grade above and here they are not just a number.
Parent Review
6y ago
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What Locals Say about Ava

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say yards are well-kept
89 % Say parking is easy
83 % Say it's dog friendly
71 % Say car is needed
65 % Say there's holiday spirit
64 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
62 % Say it's quiet
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
29 % Say there are sidewalks
21 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Mary M.
Resident
7y ago
"Rainbow ridge is generally quiet except got the through traffic going to sonic and Walmart. Those are both in walking distance. Neighbors are great and all look out for one another. "
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Rachaelcramer
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8y ago
"Small town rural feel. Everyone knows each other bit we also have amenities like a Walmart and a gym and close dr offices"
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Rachaelcramer
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8y ago
"Small town charm. Rural farming mindset. The town feels like the set of Gilmore girls or Andy griffin "
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Kelleigh C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've lived in the area for three years and while it has its own beauty, and some of the folks are great, I am certainly ready to move. "
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Kelleigh C.
Resident
8y ago
"The old time feel is, I would think, what makes Ava unique. It's a VERY small town set in the middle of a vast rural area. "
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Frequently asked questions about 509 James Ave

What is 509 James Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 509 James Ave in Ava, MO is $248,500.
Is Ava a buyer's or seller's market?
Ava is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Ava?
Residents describe Ava, MO as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ava, MO.
What are the closest schools to 509 James Ave?
The closest schools to 509 James Ave in Ava, MO are Ava Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Ava High School (rated 6/10), Ava Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10).
How big is the lot at 509 James Ave?
The lot at 509 James Ave in Ava, MO is about 0.60 acres (26,136 sq ft).