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

What is 539 S Cedar Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is $145,600 .

What is the price history for 539 S Cedar Ave?

539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO last sold in January 2023.

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.

Does 539 S Cedar Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 539 S Cedar Ave?

The lot at 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.15 acres (6,647 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$145,600

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
784 sqft

539 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Fairmount

Est. Refi. Payment $962/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$146K

Since last month

$100 (-0.1%)

Since last year

$3K (-2.3%)

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 +348% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$145K
July 2026	$145K
June 2026	$147K
May 2026	$146K
April 2026	$145K
March 2026	$146K
February 2026	$145K
January 2026	$141K
2025
December 2025	$143K
November 2025	$146K
October 2025	$146K
September 2025	$148K
August 2025	$149K
July 2025	$152K
June 2025	$152K
May 2025	$152K
April 2025	$149K
March 2025	$148K
February 2025	$147K
January 2025	$145K
2024
December 2024	$145K
November 2024	$146K
October 2024	$145K
September 2024	$147K
August 2024	$150K
July 2024	$149K
June 2024	$150K
May 2024	$149K
April 2024	$151K
March 2024	$150K
February 2024	$150K
January 2024	$149K
2023
December 2023	$149K
November 2023	$146K
October 2023	$147K
September 2023	$144K
August 2023	$139K
July 2023	$140K
June 2023	$142K
May 2023	$140K
April 2023	$139K
March 2023	$141K
February 2023	$139K
January 2023	$135K
2022
December 2022	$135K
November 2022	$43K
October 2022	$43K
September 2022	$43K
August 2022	$43K
July 2022	$43K
June 2022	$43K
May 2022	$43K
April 2022	$42K
March 2022	$42K
February 2022	$42K
January 2022	$41K
2021
December 2021	$40K
September 2021	$64K
August 2021	$65K
July 2021	$66K
June 2021	$73K
May 2021	$83K
April 2021	$83K
March 2021	$80K
February 2021	$78K
January 2021	$75K
2020
December 2020	$73K
November 2020	$70K
October 2020	$69K
September 2020	$61K
August 2020	$62K
July 2020	$51K
May 2020	$49K
April 2020	$53K
March 2020	$55K
February 2020	$56K
January 2020	$50K
2019
December 2019	$50K
October 2019	$50K
September 2019	$53K
August 2019	$55K
July 2019	$51K
June 2019	$46K
May 2019	$42K
April 2019	$45K
March 2019	$42K
February 2019	$44K
January 2019	$44K
2018
December 2018	$45K
November 2018	$47K
October 2018	$44K
September 2018	$44K
August 2018	$41K
July 2018	$40K
June 2018	$40K
May 2018	$39K
April 2018	$36K
March 2018	$37K
February 2018	$36K
January 2018	$35K
2017
December 2017	$35K
November 2017	$34K
October 2017	$34K
September 2017	$33K
August 2017	$29K
July 2017	$35K
June 2017	$37K
May 2017	$36K
April 2017	$36K
March 2017	$36K
February 2017	$35K
January 2017	$36K
2016
December 2016	$36K
November 2016	$36K
October 2016	$37K
September 2016	$35K
August 2016	$32K

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
230 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.17	Single-Family Home	-	05/29/26	2	1	756
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.09	Single-Family Home	-	01/19/26	2	1	998
212 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	02/19/26	2	1	704
566 S Overton Ave, Independence, MO	0.22	Single-Family Home	-	03/16/26	2	1	940
622 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	10/29/25	2	1	896
541 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.07	Single-Family Home	-	06/18/26	1	1	710
726 S Hawthorne Ave, Independence, MO	0.30	Single-Family Home	-	12/05/25	2	1	872
638 S Lake Dr, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	10/30/25	2	1	740
502 S Willow Ave, Sugar Creek, MO	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	05/22/26	2	1	680
537 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.01	Single-Family Home	-	06/22/26	2	1	632

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	0.03	$163,000	4	2	1,256	Off Market
537 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.01	-	2	1	632	Recently Sold
522 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	-	3	2	1,550	Recently Sold
546 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.03	$135,300	2	1	684	Off Market
534 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.03	$210,000	4	2	2,450	For Sale
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.09	-	2	1	998	Recently Sold
506 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	$113,900	2	1	832	Off Market
541 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	-	1	1	710	Recently Sold
10037 E Wilson Rd, Independence, MO 64053	0.12	$200,700	4	2	1,962	Off Market
548 S Ash Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	$152,400	2	1	774	Off Market
230 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.17	-	2	1	756	Recently Sold
9822 E Independence Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.15	-	4	2	1,680	Recently Sold

Local Information

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

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1910

Living Area

784 sqft

Price/Sqft

$186

About this House

Charming Bungalow is the perfect mix of old world charm and modern comfortability! New roof and soffits! The front porch has just been refinished with new decking. Interior and exterior has new recessed lighting with dimmers. Newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances, opens up to the large dining room. Completely remodeled bathroom. New tankless water heater. New doors inside and out. Original built-in china cabinet, beautiful wood molding and window seat. New flooring, paint and the lists of updates goes on. Amazing find at this price! You must see! 2023-01-11

539 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 784 sqft single-family home in Fairmount, built in 1910. It last sold for $0 on Jan 27, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $145,600, with a rent estimate of $967/month.

Home Details for 539 S Cedar Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Other

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6647 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 27, 2023 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2414922	Sold	--
Dec 23, 2022 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2414922	Pending	$135,000
Dec 10, 2022 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2414922	Listed For Sale	$135,000
Dec 3, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2348756	Sold	--
Oct 28, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2348756	Pending	$40,000
Oct 20, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2348756	PendingToActive	$40,000
Oct 10, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2348756	Pending	$40,000
Oct 4, 2021 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2348756	Listed For Sale	$40,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$919	$66,120

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

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"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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"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 539 S Cedar Ave

What is 539 S Cedar Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is $145,600.
What is the price history for 539 S Cedar Ave?
539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO last sold in January 2023.
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.
Does 539 S Cedar Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 539 S Cedar Ave?
The lot at 539 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.15 acres (6,647 sq ft).