Is parking easy in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say yards are well-kept

Is there wildlife in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there's wildlife

Is Fairmount, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Fairmount, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say kids play outside

Does Fairmount, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

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

Are neighbors friendly in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Fairmount, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say it's quiet

Is Fairmount, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 31% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Fairmount, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 28% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Fairmount, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 21% 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 $229K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Fairmount neighborhood?

Residents describe the Fairmount 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 Fairmount, Independence .

What are the closest schools to 523 S Cedar Ave?

The closest schools to 523 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO are Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (rated 6/10), Fairmount Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Van Horn High School (rated 3/10).

OFF MARKET

$15,870

Tax assessed value

2 Beds
1 Bath
960 sqft

523 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Fairmount

Home Value

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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
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.05	Single-Family Home	-	01/19/26	2	1	998
230 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.12	Single-Family Home	-	05/29/26	2	1	756
566 S Overton Ave, Independence, MO	0.23	Single-Family Home	-	03/16/26	2	1	940
511 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.04	Single-Family Home	-	08/28/26	2	2	886
212 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.19	Single-Family Home	-	02/19/26	2	1	704
622 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	10/29/25	2	1	896
726 S Hawthorne Ave, Independence, MO	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	12/05/25	2	1	872
541 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.10	Single-Family Home	-	06/18/26	1	1	710
502 S Willow Ave, Sugar Creek, MO	0.22	Single-Family Home	-	05/22/26	2	1	680
501 S Hardy Ave, Independence, MO	0.19	Single-Family Home	-	12/01/25	3	1	1,165

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
531 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.02	$162,300	4	2	1,256	Off Market
537 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.04	-	2	1	632	Recently Sold
522 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.04	-	3	2	1,550	Recently Sold
546 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	$135,400	2	1	684	Off Market
511 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.04	-	2	2	886	Recently Sold
534 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	$204,999	4	2	2,450	For Sale
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	-	2	1	998	Recently Sold
506 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.06	$113,700	2	1	832	Off Market
541 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	-	1	1	710	Recently Sold
10033 E Wilson Rd, Independence, MO 64053	0.14	$60,000	4	2	1,267	For Sale
10037 E Wilson Rd, Independence, MO 64053	0.15	$201,500	4	2	1,962	Off Market
548 S Ash Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.13	$152,400	2	1	774	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Year Built

1915

Living Area

960 sqft

About this House

523 S Cedar Ave is in the Fairmount neighborhood in Independence, MO and in ZIP code 64053. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 960 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6970 sqft and was built in 1915.

523 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 960 sqft unknown in Fairmount, built in 1915. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $959/month.

Home Details for 523 S Cedar Ave

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style Property Type: Unknown

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6970 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$221	$15,870

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Independence

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$229K

$6.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

100.0%

Price per sq ft

$154

$4MoM

Available listings

413

9MoM

Around this home

Fairmount Elementary School
PK-5
Public
313 Students
Independence 30 School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
As former student here I can confirm it’s not the best but still ok but one major issue is the lack of space in the school and not providing enough materials for the teachers.
Other Review
7mo ago
5 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Fairmount

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

86 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say car is needed
84 % Say yards are well-kept
75 % Say there's wildlife
69 % Say it's dog friendly
56 % Say people would walk alone at night
54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say there are sidewalks
49 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
31 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
30 % Say there's holiday spirit
28 % Say streets are well-lit
21 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
3y ago
"I drive, but know where the buses run, there's great little store , gas station, grocery store. close to down town. plus it closes to my work place. "
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4y ago
"No sidewalks and the streets are poorly lit. Also, I've seen a few stray or unleashed dogs roaming the neighborhood- pit bulls, large dogs, etc."
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Frequently asked questions about 523 S Cedar Ave

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 $229K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Fairmount neighborhood?
Residents describe the Fairmount 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 Fairmount, Independence.
What are the closest schools to 523 S Cedar Ave?
The closest schools to 523 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO are Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (rated 6/10), Fairmount Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Van Horn High School (rated 3/10).