526 E Walnut St
Independence, MO 64050
Benton- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,000 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1960
Living Area
1,000 sqft
Parking
Garage
About this House
526 E Walnut St.
Independence (Jackson County) MO 64050
This charming home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, perfect for comfortable living.
Washer and dryer hookups in the basement and there's a 1-car garage for added convenience. It's a well-maintained property that blends practicality with comfort, offering a great place to call home in a great location.
Some of the photos are from the neighbor unit which is exactly backwards of this unit. We do need to do a little cleaning and touchup.
**NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED** (If you qualify and sign up for the deposit financing program through a 3rd party.)
Newly Listed 2 Bed 1 Bath in Independence available now.
This unit is a duplex Home and is ready to move in now.
STATUS: Available
AVAILABILITY DATE 3/20/26
PET RESTRICTIONS: Pets allowed with additional charges.
SMOKING: NO
MOVE-IN FEE: 1 month rent and at least 2 months rent as deposit. **DEPOSIT MAY NOT BE REQUIRED IF YOU SIGN UP FOR OUR DEPOSIT PROGRAM THROUGH 3RD PARTY RHINO.**
HOLD FEE: 1 month rent
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Ensure that you have all the required documents handy (see application requirements)
Hit Apply Now
Complete the Online Application Form
Pay the Application Fee
SECTION 8/HOUSING ASSISTANCE: This property is NOT set up to accept the Section 8 Housing Program Voucher.
REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA:
Required Information - (a.) Government issued photo ID, (b.) Pay stubs AND personal bank statements from the last 90 days (no corporate bank statements), (c. (d.) Current landlord contact info and for the previous three years, (e.) All adults aged 18+ must apply individually with their own email address and pay a $50 application fee; this fee is not refundable.
Common Reasons to be Declined - Incomplete application, previous evictions, active collections from landlords, credit score below 600 or no credit, (In some situations we may be able to work with you if you have slightly lower than 600 credit score for additional cost.) insufficient income (Under 3X the monthly rent), unsatisfactory references, active bankruptcies, excess vehicles, falsified documents and a move in date too far in future can also be reasons for a declined application. Additionally, criminal records are reviewed on a case by case basis and may be grounds for denial.
As a company, we do business in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law and welcome Persons of all Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Handicap, Familial Status, or National Origin.
More Information:
Property Description Details
AREA INFORMATION: 800 sf
FLOORING: Hard Surface Flooring and Carpet
GARAGE/PARKING: Off Street parking and 1 Garage Space
*KITCHEN/LAUNDRY APPLIANCES INCLUDED: stove, fridge and washer and dryer hookups downstairs
PROPERTY TYPE: Multi Family Home
UTILITIES INCLUDED: lawn care
YEAR BUILT: 1960
YARD: private
Application, Lease Terms, and Fees
*ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: (Hold fees, Risk Mitigation Fee, Lease Admin Fee, Etc.)
Application Fee - $60 per adult
Resident Benefits Package - $28 per month
Resident Liability Insurance - $11.95 per month
Processing fee - $100
Pet Processing fee - $50
APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 1 week or less
GUARANTORS / CO-SIGNERS REQUIREMENTS: Accepted, must also apply and qualify.
LEASE DURATION: 1 year
LEASE TO PURCHASE OPTION: no
SPECIAL LEASE PROVISIONS: none
Managed by Hilgedick Management LLC dba PMI KC Metro. 1200 NW South Outer Road, Suite 314, Blue Springs MO 64015. Managing Broker: Daniel Hilgedick
Each PMI Office is independently owned and operated.
*All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.*
By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.
Independence (Jackson County) MO 64050
This charming home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, perfect for comfortable living.
Washer and dryer hookups in the basement and there's a 1-car garage for added convenience. It's a well-maintained property that blends practicality with comfort, offering a great place to call home in a great location.
Some of the photos are from the neighbor unit which is exactly backwards of this unit. We do need to do a little cleaning and touchup.
**NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED** (If you qualify and sign up for the deposit financing program through a 3rd party.)
Newly Listed 2 Bed 1 Bath in Independence available now.
This unit is a duplex Home and is ready to move in now.
STATUS: Available
AVAILABILITY DATE 3/20/26
PET RESTRICTIONS: Pets allowed with additional charges.
SMOKING: NO
MOVE-IN FEE: 1 month rent and at least 2 months rent as deposit. **DEPOSIT MAY NOT BE REQUIRED IF YOU SIGN UP FOR OUR DEPOSIT PROGRAM THROUGH 3RD PARTY RHINO.**
HOLD FEE: 1 month rent
Eight one six 2 nine 5 two four four four
Ensure that you have all the required documents handy (see application requirements)
Hit Apply Now
Complete the Online Application Form
Pay the Application Fee
SECTION 8/HOUSING ASSISTANCE: This property is NOT set up to accept the Section 8 Housing Program Voucher.
REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA:
Required Information - (a.) Government issued photo ID, (b.) Pay stubs AND personal bank statements from the last 90 days (no corporate bank statements), (c. (d.) Current landlord contact info and for the previous three years, (e.) All adults aged 18+ must apply individually with their own email address and pay a $50 application fee; this fee is not refundable.
Common Reasons to be Declined - Incomplete application, previous evictions, active collections from landlords, credit score below 600 or no credit, (In some situations we may be able to work with you if you have slightly lower than 600 credit score for additional cost.) insufficient income (Under 3X the monthly rent), unsatisfactory references, active bankruptcies, excess vehicles, falsified documents and a move in date too far in future can also be reasons for a declined application. Additionally, criminal records are reviewed on a case by case basis and may be grounds for denial.
As a company, we do business in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law and welcome Persons of all Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Handicap, Familial Status, or National Origin.
More Information:
Property Description Details
AREA INFORMATION: 800 sf
FLOORING: Hard Surface Flooring and Carpet
GARAGE/PARKING: Off Street parking and 1 Garage Space
*KITCHEN/LAUNDRY APPLIANCES INCLUDED: stove, fridge and washer and dryer hookups downstairs
PROPERTY TYPE: Multi Family Home
UTILITIES INCLUDED: lawn care
YEAR BUILT: 1960
YARD: private
Application, Lease Terms, and Fees
*ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN RENT: (Hold fees, Risk Mitigation Fee, Lease Admin Fee, Etc.)
Application Fee - $60 per adult
Resident Benefits Package - $28 per month
Resident Liability Insurance - $11.95 per month
Processing fee - $100
Pet Processing fee - $50
APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 1 week or less
GUARANTORS / CO-SIGNERS REQUIREMENTS: Accepted, must also apply and qualify.
LEASE DURATION: 1 year
LEASE TO PURCHASE OPTION: no
SPECIAL LEASE PROVISIONS: none
Managed by Hilgedick Management LLC dba PMI KC Metro. 1200 NW South Outer Road, Suite 314, Blue Springs MO 64015. Managing Broker: Daniel Hilgedick
Each PMI Office is independently owned and operated.
*All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.*
By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.
526 E Walnut St, Independence, MO 64050 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft apartment in Benton, built in 1960. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2026 with an asking price of $950 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 23, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,123/month.
Home Details for 526 E Walnut St
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Year Built Year Built: 1960 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 Year |
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Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet |
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Exterior Home Features Lawn |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Parking Lot On Street |
Price History for 526 E Walnut St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/23/2026 | $950 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 03/18/2026 | $950 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 03/09/2026 | $950 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 12/27/2025 | $950 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 12/24/2018 | $675 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 11/26/2018 | $675 | PriceChange | N/A |
| 11/16/2018 | $750 | PriceChange | N/A |
| 11/10/2018 | $775 | Listed For Rent | 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
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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 526 E Walnut St
- 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.
- What are the closest schools to 526 E Walnut St?The closest schools to 526 E Walnut St in Independence, MO are Bingham Middle School (rated 3/10), Bridger Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10).

