Is parking easy in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say parking is easy

Does Heart of Independence, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Heart of Independence, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is a car needed in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say yards are well-kept

Are the streets well-lit in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Would people walk alone at night in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say it's quiet

Is Heart of Independence, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Heart of Independence, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say there are community events

What is 712 S Willis Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO is $160,700 .

What is the price history for 712 S Willis Ave?

712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO last sold in May 2022.

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 712 S Willis Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 712 S Willis Ave?

The lot at 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.19 acres (8,483 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$160,700

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
828 sqft

712 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052

Heart of Independence

Est. Refi. Payment $1,057/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$161K

Since last month

$2K (-1.3%)

Since last year

$3K (-1.8%)

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 +458% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$160K
July 2026	$162K
June 2026	$164K
May 2026	$165K
April 2026	$164K
March 2026	$164K
February 2026	$162K
January 2026	$160K
2025
December 2025	$160K
November 2025	$162K
October 2025	$164K
September 2025	$162K
August 2025	$163K
July 2025	$167K
June 2025	$166K
May 2025	$169K
April 2025	$166K
March 2025	$162K
February 2025	$161K
January 2025	$160K
2024
December 2024	$159K
November 2024	$160K
October 2024	$160K
September 2024	$160K
August 2024	$160K
July 2024	$158K
June 2024	$160K
May 2024	$159K
April 2024	$157K
March 2024	$155K
February 2024	$152K
January 2024	$154K
2023
December 2023	$159K
November 2023	$161K
October 2023	$163K
September 2023	$160K
August 2023	$154K
July 2023	$156K
June 2023	$157K
May 2023	$158K
April 2023	$158K
March 2023	$157K
February 2023	$154K
January 2023	$152K
2022
December 2022	$153K
November 2022	$154K
October 2022	$153K
September 2022	$153K
August 2022	$153K
July 2022	$153K
June 2022	$152K
May 2022	$151K
April 2022	$91K
March 2022	$88K
February 2022	$85K
January 2022	$83K
2021
December 2021	$78K
November 2021	$78K
October 2021	$78K
September 2021	$78K
August 2021	$79K
July 2021	$83K
June 2021	$90K
May 2021	$101K
April 2021	$99K
March 2021	$96K
February 2021	$92K
January 2021	$92K
2020
December 2020	$95K
November 2020	$93K
October 2020	$87K
September 2020	$70K
August 2020	$64K
July 2020	$62K
June 2020	$57K
May 2020	$53K
April 2020	$53K
March 2020	$52K
February 2020	$52K
January 2020	$53K
2019
December 2019	$49K
November 2019	$54K
October 2019	$53K
September 2019	$53K
August 2019	$49K
July 2019	$49K
June 2019	$46K
May 2019	$55K
April 2019	$51K
March 2019	$47K
February 2019	$48K
January 2019	$49K
2018
December 2018	$51K
November 2018	$50K
October 2018	$49K
September 2018	$51K
August 2018	$53K
July 2018	$51K
June 2018	$53K
May 2018	$58K
April 2018	$50K
March 2018	$47K
February 2018	$43K
January 2018	$45K
2017
December 2017	$47K
November 2017	$46K
October 2017	$40K
September 2017	$36K
August 2017	$34K
July 2017	$31K
June 2017	$34K
May 2017	$34K
April 2017	$35K
March 2017	$34K
February 2017	$34K
January 2017	$34K
2016
December 2016	$33K
November 2016	$33K
October 2016	$36K
September 2016	$34K
August 2016	$29K

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
704 S Fuller Ave, Independence, MO	0.19	Single-Family Home	-	08/28/26	2	1	982
2434 S Sterling Ave, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	02/16/26	2	1	982
1200 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	10/03/25	3	1	1,300
905 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	09/03/25	2	1	720
816 S Woodland Ave, Independence, MO	0.25	Single-Family Home	-	01/29/26	2	1	714
812 S Woodland Ave, Independence, MO	0.27	Single-Family Home	-	12/05/25	2	1	714
901 S Cottage St, Independence, MO	0.25	Single-Family Home	-	05/06/26	2	1	748
732 W Stone St, Independence, MO	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	08/18/26	2	1	720
1223 S Delaware Ave, Independence, MO	0.53	Single-Family Home	-	09/15/25	2	1	720
809 S Crysler Ave, Independence, MO	0.10	Single-Family Home	-	01/16/26	2	2	1,547

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
709 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.04	-	-	-	-	Recently Sold
713 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.04	$218,200	3	2	1,604	Off Market
717 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.04	$295,000	4	2	2,052	Off Market
722 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.02	$168,100	2	1.5	890	Off Market
1200 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.03	$166,100	3	1	1,300	Off Market
808 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.07	$189,000	Studio	-	-	For Sale
1229 W Hayward Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.07	$305,000	Studio	2	-	Off Market
618 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.10	$159,800	3	1	1,249	Off Market
1016 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.10	$200,500	3	2	1,580	Off Market
1233 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.08	$132,800	2	1	962	Off Market
811 S Marion Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.09	-	3	2	1,313	Recently Sold
637 S Crysler Ave, Independence, MO 64052	0.10	$149,100	Studio	2	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1925

Living Area

828 sqft

Price/Sqft

$194

Parking

Garage

About this House

712 S Willis Ave. Independence, MO 64052

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Charming 2 bed/1 bath bungalow in Independence with detached garage and fenced in yard.

RENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

-Minimum 12-month lease required.

-SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED.

-Application fee of $40.00 per person 18 and over. Fee is non-refundable as we do run full credit and background check.

-Must make 3 times rent and have no evictions, foreclosures, bankruptcies, etc. in the past 3 years.

-Pets welcome with additional non-refundable fee of $200 for first pet and $100 per each additional pet. No aggressive breeds.

-Tenant pays all utilities, including trash service and is responsible for lawn maintenance.

-First FULL month's rent, deposit (equal to one month rent) and any pet fees due before move-in.

Contact Information

MRE Property Management

Phone: 816-388-9588

9am to 5pm Monday through Friday

**All Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed**

712 S Willis Ave, Independence, MO 64052 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 828 sqft single-family home in Heart of Independence, built in 1925. It last sold for $0 on May 18, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2019 with an asking price of $720 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 10, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $160,700, with a rent estimate of $992/month.

Home Details for 712 S Willis 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: CompositionDeck
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 18, 2022 Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2382521	Sold	--
May 10, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$720
May 1, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$720

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$952	$70,090

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

Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
PK-5
Public
364 Students
Independence 30 School District
8/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Former student back in 2019 currently a sophomore going to junior year I came here for nostalgia I’d wish to see my old classmates again
Parent Review
2mo ago
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What Locals Say about Heart of Independence

At least 28 Trulia users voted on each feature.

81 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say there are sidewalks
77 % Say there's holiday spirit
73 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
65 % Say yards are well-kept
56 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say there's wildlife
52 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
47 % Say people would walk alone at night
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say it's quiet
41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Wanda Knight
Resident
1y ago
"Santa Cali Gon is 3 blocks away I love the square The churches are helping people. As much as they can. There is so much love here Our neighbors take care of each other "
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Prev. Resident
3y ago
"I've lived here my whole life and it's pretty good place to raise a family , not much junky homes at all , independence does a great job of keeping the riff raff away"
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Lizzy love joy
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3y ago
"This house is awesome not sure where it’s located but going to get address hope it’s not too late to call. God bless you for letting me see it I can see that being my home."
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Caitlin B. .
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6y ago
"I've lived here for 2 years and it's an amazing neighborhood for you to raise your kids or even to just start a family."
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Lana B.
Resident
6y ago
"30 minutes to downtown if there is not bad traffic or nasty weather, but sometimes it takes upward of an hour. "
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Angela O. C.
Resident
7y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for up to four years I loved it everybody is very friendly and easygoing I really am going to miss if I have to move from this area I would love to stay and Independence it feels like home"
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Laquushaneal
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8y ago
"Wish I had a better landlord who care about keeping their property up to date. Hate the school district because they don’t care about their student getting the best education especially the ones who need extra help. "
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Deray
Resident
8y ago
"its super close to Restaurants and Entertainment So close that you can literally walk to everything with in 5 to 10 minutes"
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Frequently asked questions about 712 S Willis Ave

What is 712 S Willis Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO is $160,700.
What is the price history for 712 S Willis Ave?
712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO last sold in May 2022.
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 712 S Willis Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 712 S Willis Ave?
The lot at 712 S Willis Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.19 acres (8,483 sq ft).