Is a car needed in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's wildlife

Does Mount Washington, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

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

Is Mount Washington, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Mount Washington, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's dog friendly

Are neighbors friendly in Mount Washington, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Mount Washington, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 23% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Mount Washington, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Mount Washington, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 15% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 531 S Brookside Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO is $170,600 .

What is the price history for 531 S Brookside Ave?

531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO last sold in June 2025.

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.

Does 531 S Brookside Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

Does 531 S Brookside Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$170,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,133 sqft

531 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Mount Washington

Est. Refi. Payment $1,164/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$171K

Since last month

$500 (+0.3%)

Since last year

$7K (+4.1%)

Since last sale

$48K (+38.5%)

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 +382% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$171K
August 2026	$171K
July 2026	$171K
June 2026	$169K
May 2026	$171K
March 2026	$172K
February 2026	$170K
January 2026	$172K
2025
December 2025	$166K
November 2025	$168K
October 2025	$167K
September 2025	$164K
August 2025	$165K
July 2025	$165K
2024
June 2024	$144K
May 2024	$112K
April 2024	$112K
March 2024	$106K
2023
August 2023	$93K
July 2023	$100K
May 2023	$100K
April 2023	$97K
March 2023	$95K
2022
October 2022	$101K
September 2022	$100K
August 2022	$102K
July 2022	$109K
June 2022	$110K
May 2022	$107K
April 2022	$104K
March 2022	$101K
February 2022	$89K
January 2022	$90K
2021
December 2021	$93K
November 2021	$92K
October 2021	$91K
September 2021	$89K
August 2021	$90K
July 2021	$90K
June 2021	$79K
May 2021	$65K
April 2021	$64K
March 2021	$66K
February 2021	$64K
January 2021	$62K
2020
December 2020	$64K
November 2020	$63K
October 2020	$55K
September 2020	$59K
August 2020	$67K
July 2020	$63K
June 2020	$64K
April 2020	$60K
March 2020	$60K
February 2020	$60K
January 2020	$55K
2019
December 2019	$55K
November 2019	$51K
October 2019	$53K
September 2019	$52K
August 2019	$53K
July 2019	$43K
June 2019	$39K
May 2019	$39K
April 2019	$39K
March 2019	$40K
February 2019	$47K
January 2019	$50K
2018
December 2018	$53K
November 2018	$57K
October 2018	$50K
September 2018	$49K
August 2018	$47K
July 2018	$47K
June 2018	$46K
May 2018	$49K
April 2018	$52K
March 2018	$46K
February 2018	$38K
January 2018	$40K
2017
December 2017	$37K
November 2017	$41K
October 2017	$35K
September 2017	$35K
August 2017	$37K
July 2017	$39K
June 2017	$39K
May 2017	$37K
April 2017	$35K
March 2017	$36K
February 2017	$36K
January 2017	$35K
2016
December 2016	$34K
November 2016	$34K
October 2016	$40K
September 2016	$36K

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
537 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	10/07/25	3	1	1,185
558 S Arlington Ave, Independence, MO	0.21	Single-Family Home	-	07/30/26	2	1.5	1,460
107 N Ditzler Ave, Independence, MO	0.43	Single-Family Home	-	04/27/26	3	2	934
536 S Evanston Ave, Independence, MO	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	06/09/26	3	1	1,144
734 S Hawthorne Ave, Independence, MO	0.47	Single-Family Home	-	01/20/26	3	2	1,343
534 S Evanston Ave, Independence, MO	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	03/09/26	4	1	1,176
128 S Arlington Ave, Independence, MO	0.36	Single-Family Home	-	11/24/25	3	1	884

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
537 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.03	$170,200	3	1	1,185	Off Market
522-524 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	$197,800	2	2	1,464	Off Market
526 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	$204,500	2	1	821	Off Market
518 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.06	$109,900	3	1	1,008	Off Market
547 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	$135,700	2	1	1,678	Off Market
551 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.08	$113,000	Studio	1	-	Off Market
548 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.08	$86,600	2	1	875	Off Market
530 S Ditzler Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.11	-	-	-	-	Off Market
546 S Crescent Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.15	$206,000	4	2	1,599	Off Market
560 S Crescent Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.15	$131,300	2	1	1,128	Off Market
585 S Glenwood Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.16	$180,800	3	1	1,075	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1910

1,133 sqft

$151/sqft

About this House

Come check out this beautifully remodeled home in a cozy and quiet neighborhood! All of the big ticket items have been replaced such as a new roof & gutters, all new flooring throughout, new AC unit, fresh exterior & interior paint! The kitchen has been completely remodeled along with both of the bathrooms! This home is perfect for every buyer!

531 S Brookside Ave, Independence, MO 64053 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,133 sqft single-family home in Mount Washington, built in 1910. It was last sold on Jun 30, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $170,600, with a rent estimate of $1,382/month.

Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago

Listed by Grant Truster, (816) 875-0253

Ruhlman Realty, LLC

Caitlyn Truster, (816) 719-8176

Ruhlman Realty, LLC

Bought with: Matt Graham, (816) 728-7000, Epique Realty

Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2546735

Home Details for 531 S Brookside Ave

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1133 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric OvenDishwasherLaundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Thermal WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: PartialNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1133

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building Construction Materials: Stone & Frame
Property Information Parcel Number: 14840241100000000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $165,000
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Funding

Location
Direction & Address City: IndependenceCommunity: North Evanston
School Information High School District: Independence

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1133 Square Feet

Community
Not Senior Community

HOA
No HOA

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6909 sqft

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business
Business Information Ownership: Investor

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 2546735Attribution Contact: 816-875-0253Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1133

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 30, 2025 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546735	Sold	--
May 30, 2025 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546735	Contingent	$165,000
May 21, 2025 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546735	PriceChange	$165,000 Price decreased by 3%
Apr 30, 2025 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2546735	Listed For Sale	$170,000
Feb 7, 2025 Source: N/A	Sold	--
Sep 20, 2024 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2496736	ListingRemoved	$156,000
Aug 5, 2024 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2496736	PriceChange	$159,000 Price decreased by 4%
Jun 28, 2024 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2496736	Listed For Sale	$165,000
Aug 28, 2020 Source: N/A	Sold	--

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,531	$84,200

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

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
8mo ago
5 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Mount Washington

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say car is needed
78 % Say parking is easy
73 % Say yards are well-kept
70 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say it's dog friendly
33 % Say neighbors are friendly
26 % Say it's quiet
23 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
21 % Say there are sidewalks
15 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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4y ago
"it's a very welcoming and friendly neighborhood. I know all my neighbors and have personally never had a problem with the neighborhood itself."
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5y ago
"It doesn't have any events in the area. You have to drive to do anything for interment. Would be nice to have something in the neighborhood to meet people. "
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kjohns
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7y ago
"easy access to highway allowing drive north, south, downtown or to eastern suburbs quick and painless"
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Rae n.
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8y ago
"my neighbors are very hateful and nosey, they snub ya. other than the closest neighbors I have the neighborhood isn't bad "
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Frequently asked questions about 531 S Brookside Ave

What is 531 S Brookside Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO is $170,600.
What is the price history for 531 S Brookside Ave?
531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO last sold in June 2025.
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.
Does 531 S Brookside Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
Does 531 S Brookside Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 531 S Brookside Ave in Independence, MO has laundry facilities.