701 E Lexington Ave
Independence, MO 64050
Benton- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,296 sqft
$127,400
as of Aug 24, 2026
$127,400
as of Aug 24, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,296 sqft
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,296 sqft
Price/Sqft
$98
Local Information
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About this House
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3-bedroom/1-bath home in Southwest Independence! Located just a few blocks from Thomas Hart Benton Elementary, this 3-bedroom home features plush carpeting throughout the main living areas. An open-concept floorplan with numerous windows allows for loads of natural light throughout the day. Areas for living & dining can be found just off the updated kitchen. Kitchen offers newer cabinets/countertops and comes equipped with refrigerator & stove for tenant use! All bedrooms and full bathroom are located on the main level. The covered front porch is perfect for evening/weekend relaxation in the setting sun. Off-street parking is available at the side of the home. Get your appointment to see this home booked today!
Please see the Leasiest website for full listing details. Information found on 3rd-party websites is not guaranteed to be accurate or reliable.
- Requirements to qualify:
- Applicants must make 2.5X the monthly rent (NET) individually, or as a group. Proof of income required.
- Applicants must have no Evictions, Foreclosures or Bankruptcies within the past 5 years. Beyond 5 years we work with them case-by-case, but Evictions must be paid in full.
- Applicants must have favorable landlord reference(s)
- Applicants must have a Credit Score of 575 or above
- Every Applicant over the age of 18 will need a completed application
Tenant responsible for all utilities and lawn/snow maintenance.
3-bedroom/1-bath home in Southwest Independence! Located just a few blocks from Thomas Hart Benton Elementary, this 3-bedroom home features plush carpeting throughout the main living areas. An open-concept floorplan with numerous windows allows for loads of natural light throughout the day. Areas for living & dining can be found just off the updated kitchen. Kitchen offers newer cabinets/countertops and comes equipped with refrigerator & stove for tenant use! All bedrooms and full bathroom are located on the main level. The covered front porch is perfect for evening/weekend relaxation in the setting sun. Off-street parking is available at the side of the home. Get your appointment to see this home booked today!
Please see the Leasiest website for full listing details. Information found on 3rd-party websites is not guaranteed to be accurate or reliable.
- Requirements to qualify:
- Applicants must make 2.5X the monthly rent (NET) individually, or as a group. Proof of income required.
- Applicants must have no Evictions, Foreclosures or Bankruptcies within the past 5 years. Beyond 5 years we work with them case-by-case, but Evictions must be paid in full.
- Applicants must have favorable landlord reference(s)
- Applicants must have a Credit Score of 575 or above
- Every Applicant over the age of 18 will need a completed application
Tenant responsible for all utilities and lawn/snow maintenance.
701 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,296 sqft single-family home in Benton. It last sold for $11,000 on Aug 24, 2012 (857% above the $1,150 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $1,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 25, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $127,400, with a rent estimate of $1,363/month.
Home Details for 701 E Lexington Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: 1 Year |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 701 E Lexington Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.11 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/26/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,266 sqft | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/21/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,294 sqft | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/13/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,150 sqft | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/31/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,122 sqft | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/05/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,120 sqft | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/05/26 | 3 | 1 | 996 sqft | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/04/26 | 3 | 1 | 914 sqft | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | - | 04/03/26 | 3 | 1 | 984 sqft | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/05/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,433 sqft | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/11/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,132 sqft |
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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
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
32 % Say it's quiet
11 % Say there are community events
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 25, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,150 |
Oct 15, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,150 Price decreased by 8% |
Sep 24, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,250 Price decreased by 3% |
Sep 1, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,295 |
Jun 3, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | ListingRemoved | |
May 12, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | Listed For Rent | $915 |
Aug 28, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $800 |
Aug 7, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $800 Price decreased by 9% |
Jul 2, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $875 |
May 5, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $775 |
Apr 29, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $775 |
Aug 24, 2012 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #45001_1748253 | Sold | -- |
May 22, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $16,000 Price decreased by 16% |
Sep 23, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $19,000 |
Jun 15, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $736 | $54,220 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 701 E Lexington Ave
- What is 701 E Lexington Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 701 E Lexington Ave in Independence, MO is $127,400.
- What is the price history for 701 E Lexington Ave?701 E Lexington Ave in Independence, MO last sold in August 2012.
- 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 701 E Lexington Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 701 E Lexington Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
- Does 701 E Lexington Ave have parking?Yes, 701 E Lexington Ave in Independence, MO has on-site parking.
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