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 542 S Cedar Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is $68,300 .

What is the price history for 542 S Cedar Ave?

542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO last sold in April 2011.

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 542 S Cedar Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 542 S Cedar Ave?

The lot at 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$68,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
845 sqft

542 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Fairmount

Est. Refi. Payment $493/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$68.3K

Since last month

$1K (+1.9%)

Since last year

$200 (-0.3%)

Since last sale

$45K (+194.3%)

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 +122% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$69K
July 2026	$68K
June 2026	$72K
May 2026	$70K
April 2026	$65K
March 2026	$68K
February 2026	$70K
January 2026	$62K
2025
December 2025	$59K
November 2025	$62K
October 2025	$62K
September 2025	$67K
August 2025	$69K
July 2025	$74K
June 2025	$78K
May 2025	$76K
April 2025	$80K
March 2025	$78K
February 2025	$78K
January 2025	$77K
2024
December 2024	$79K
November 2024	$81K
October 2024	$80K
September 2024	$81K
August 2024	$90K
July 2024	$85K
June 2024	$83K
May 2024	$83K
April 2024	$82K
March 2024	$76K
February 2024	$72K
January 2024	$68K
2023
November 2023	$67K
October 2023	$68K
September 2023	$70K
August 2023	$67K
July 2023	$68K
June 2023	$71K
May 2023	$68K
April 2023	$66K
March 2023	$66K
February 2023	$73K
January 2023	$78K
2022
December 2022	$76K
November 2022	$74K
October 2022	$74K
September 2022	$74K
August 2022	$75K
July 2022	$76K
June 2022	$77K
May 2022	$76K
April 2022	$72K
March 2022	$68K
February 2022	$61K
January 2022	$59K
2021
December 2021	$59K
November 2021	$59K
October 2021	$58K
September 2021	$57K
August 2021	$57K
July 2021	$58K
June 2021	$53K
May 2021	$47K
April 2021	$50K
March 2021	$49K
February 2021	$47K
2020
July 2020	$38K
June 2020	$36K
May 2020	$36K
April 2020	$37K
March 2020	$37K
February 2020	$37K
January 2020	$36K
2019
December 2019	$38K
November 2019	$41K
October 2019	$41K
September 2019	$39K
August 2019	$38K
July 2019	$40K
June 2019	$38K
May 2019	$36K
April 2019	$29K
March 2019	$33K
February 2019	$32K
January 2019	$36K
2018
December 2018	$39K
November 2018	$39K
October 2018	$41K
September 2018	$41K
August 2018	$40K
July 2018	$39K
June 2018	$37K
May 2018	$36K
April 2018	$33K
March 2018	$35K
February 2018	$34K
January 2018	$32K
2017
December 2017	$36K
November 2017	$32K
October 2017	$29K
September 2017	$28K
August 2017	$26K
July 2017	$28K
June 2017	$29K
May 2017	$28K
April 2017	$29K
March 2017	$30K
February 2017	$30K
January 2017	$30K
2016
December 2016	$31K
November 2016	$28K
October 2016	$26K
September 2016	$31K

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
566 S Overton Ave, Independence, MO	0.19	Single-Family Home	-	03/16/26	2	1	940
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.10	Single-Family Home	-	01/19/26	2	1	998
622 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.23	Single-Family Home	-	10/29/25	2	1	896
537 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO	0.04	Single-Family Home	-	06/22/26	2	1	632
502 S Willow Ave, Sugar Creek, MO	0.27	Single-Family Home	-	05/22/26	2	1	680
230 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	05/29/26	2	1	756
726 S Hawthorne Ave, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	12/05/25	2	1	872
805 S Hardy Ave, Independence, MO	0.35	Single-Family Home	-	04/03/26	2	1	720
212 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	02/19/26	2	1	704
622 S Lake Dr, Independence, MO	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	02/03/26	2	1	552

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	0.04	$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	0.05	-	3	2	1,550	Recently Sold
546 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.02	$134,500	2	1	684	Off Market
511 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.09	-	2	2	886	Recently Sold
534 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.06	$210,000	4	2	2,450	For Sale
508 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	-	2	1	998	Recently Sold
506 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.11	$113,500	2	1	832	Off Market
541 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	-	1	1	710	Recently Sold
10037 E Wilson Rd, Independence, MO 64053	0.09	$200,700	4	2	1,962	Off Market
548 S Ash Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.13	$152,400	2	1	774	Off Market
230 S Huttig Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.18	-	2	1	756	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

1920

Living Area

845 sqft

Price/Sqft

$81

Parking

Garage

About this House

This is a Fannie Mae property. No disclosures, EM from certified funds, pre-approval or proof of funds is appreciated with the original offer, no contingencies, sizes approximate or from taxes. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down. 2 bedroom bungalow in Fairmount. Good access to 24 Hiway and Sugar Creek.

542 S Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 845 sqft single-family home in Fairmount, built in 1920. It last sold for $23,378 on Apr 6, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $68,300, with a rent estimate of $1,017/month.

Home Details for 542 S Cedar Ave

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 16, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$7,500
Jun 9, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$7,500 Price decreased by 25%
May 2, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$10,000 Price increased by 0%
Apr 27, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Apr 6, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	--

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$423	$30,410

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
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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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"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 542 S Cedar Ave

What is 542 S Cedar Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is $68,300.
What is the price history for 542 S Cedar Ave?
542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO last sold in April 2011.
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 542 S Cedar Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 542 S Cedar Ave?
The lot at 542 S Cedar Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).