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

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 Heart of Independence neighborhood?

Residents describe the Heart of Independence neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Heart of Independence, Independence .

What are the closest schools to 516 W Walnut St #B?

The closest schools to 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO are Bingham Middle School (rated 3/10), Bridger Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Santa Fe Trail Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10).

Does 516 W Walnut St #B have laundry facilities?

Yes, 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO has in-unit laundry.

Does 516 W Walnut St #B have parking?

Yes, 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

2 Beds
1 Bath
665 sqft

516 W Walnut St #B, Independence, MO 64050

Heart of Independence

Home Value

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Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
516 W Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050	0.00	$213,000	Studio	2	-	Off Market
316 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.05	$46,400	Studio	13	-	Off Market
401 W Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$175,000	3	2.5	-	Off Market
201 S Pleasant St, Independence, MO 64050	0.07	$301,700	4	3	2,758	Off Market
301 S Spring St #104, Independence, MO 64050	0.13	$155,200	2	2	1,030	Off Market
301 S Spring St #103, Independence, MO 64050	0.13	$155,500	2	2	1,030	Off Market
301 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.13	$145,600	2	2	1,016	Off Market
315 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.14	-	2	1	1,108	Recently Sold
327 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.15	$129,900	2	1	1,026	Off Market
401 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.16	$206,300	Studio	3	-	Off Market
403 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.16	$85,900	1	1	693	Off Market
405 S Spring St, Independence, MO 64050	0.17	$129,100	2	1	854	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 516 W Walnut St #B.
Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Apartment

665 sqft

About this House

What's unique:Close to independence squareKnotty alder cabinetsUpdated duplexLaundry hookupsGarbage disposalGranite countertops

Open house Saturday, January 7th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Updated duplex with a large living room with window providing amazing natural light. Kitchen with granite countertops, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, garbage disposal, and Knotty Alder cabinets! The unit has laundry hookups in 300 sq ft unfinished basements. The unit has a dedicated parking spot. Trash included

Close to Independence Square and Graceland University.

Requirements to qualify:
- Applicants must have gross earnings of 3X the monthly rent individually or as a group, or housing voucher (Independence, KCMO, or Lees Summit)
- Poor Credit references, credit score must be 550 and above
- No Evictions
- No Felonies; violent crimes or crimes against women or children
-No Smoking
Tenant responsible for all utilities and lawn/snow maintenance
Pet Fee $250 per pet non- refundable and $35 per month
Deposit $865 you Do not meet minimum qualifications Deposit $1730

Deposit: $865
Owner pays for trash

No smoking allowed inside the unit.
Tenant responsible for all utilities.
Lease is for 1 or 2 years. Must pay rent electronically.

516 W Walnut St #B, Independence, MO 64050 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 665 sqft apartment in Heart of Independence. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2022 with an asking price of $895 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 13, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $976/month.

Home Details for 516 W Walnut St #B

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 13, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals	ListingRemoved
Jan 1, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals	PriceChange	$865 Price decreased by 3%
Dec 15, 2022 Source: Zillow Rentals	Listed For Rent	$895
Nov 25, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	ListingRemoved
Oct 28, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	Listed For Rent	$895

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
11 Reviews

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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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Prev. Resident
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
Visitor
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. .
Resident
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.
Resident
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
Resident
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
Resident
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 516 W Walnut St #B

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 Heart of Independence neighborhood?
Residents describe the Heart of Independence neighborhood in Independence, MO as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Heart of Independence, Independence.
What are the closest schools to 516 W Walnut St #B?
The closest schools to 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO are Bingham Middle School (rated 3/10), Bridger Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Santa Fe Trail Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10).
Does 516 W Walnut St #B have laundry facilities?
Yes, 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO has in-unit laundry.
Does 516 W Walnut St #B have parking?
Yes, 516 W Walnut St #B in Independence, MO has on-site parking.