Is a car needed in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Is there wildlife in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 83% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are yards well-kept in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Harrison, Independence, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say parking is easy

Do kids play outside in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say kids play outside

Is Harrison, Independence, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Harrison, Independence, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Harrison, Independence, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are neighbors friendly in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Harrison, Independence, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Harrison, Independence, MO?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there are community events

What is the price history for 8720 E Smart Ave?

8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO last sold in January 2013.

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.

What are the closest schools to 8720 E Smart Ave?

The closest schools to 8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO are Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (rated 6/10), Fairmount Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Van Horn High School (rated 3/10).

How big is the lot at 8720 E Smart Ave?

The lot at 8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$8,590

Tax assessed value

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,184 sqft

8720 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Harrison

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

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
8803 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO	0.05	Single-Family Home	-	07/06/26	3	1	1,256
8727 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	03/11/26	2	1	1,320
8806 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO	0.06	Single-Family Home	-	12/17/25	2	1	908
8626 E Morrell Ave, Independence, MO	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	07/31/26	3	1	1,141
8703 E Morrell Ave, Independence, MO	0.26	Single-Family Home	-	03/06/26	2	1	748
432 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO	0.12	Single-Family Home	-	09/02/26	2	1	985
8617 Thompson Ave, Kansas City, MO	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	06/22/26	2	1	1,016
420 S Kentucky Ave, Independence, MO	0.16	Single-Family Home	-	07/31/26	3	1	1,094
8406 Independence Ave, Kansas City, MO	0.36	Single-Family Home	-	05/15/26	3	1	1,384
716 Lewis Ave, Kansas City, MO	0.30	Single-Family Home	-	11/05/25	3	1	1,062

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
8727 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.03	-	2	1	1,320	Recently Sold
8801 E Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	$159,800	3	1	1,294	Off Market
8725 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.03	$105,000	2	1	910	For Sale
8806 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.06	-	2	1	908	Recently Sold
8715 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.04	$72,800	2	1	680	Off Market
8711 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	-	3	2	1,261	Off Market
8810 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.07	-	4	4	1,260	Recently Sold
8907 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.05	$105,600	3	1	936	Off Market
420 S Farley Ter, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	$163,900	4	2	1,625	Off Market
501 S Stark Ave, Independence, MO 64053	0.10	$111,200	2	2	1,006	Off Market
432 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64125	0.12	-	2	1	985	Recently Sold
8715 Wilson Rd, Independence, MO 64053	0.16	$127,800	3	1	1,056	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1915

1,184 sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 8720 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO. 8720 E Smart Ave is in the Harrison neighborhood in Independence, MO and in ZIP code 64053. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,184 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4356 sqft and was built in 1915.

8720 E Smart Ave, Independence, MO 64053 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,184 sqft single-family home in Harrison, built in 1915. It was last sold on Jan 18, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,347/month.

Home Details for 8720 E Smart Ave

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 29, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$0
Nov 20, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Jan 18, 2013 Source: N/A	Sold	--

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	Unavailable	$8,590

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

Harrison

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What Locals Say about Harrison

At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say there's wildlife
83 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
80 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
71 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say there are sidewalks
33 % Say streets are well-lit
25 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 8720 E Smart Ave

What is the price history for 8720 E Smart Ave?
8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO last sold in January 2013.
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.
What are the closest schools to 8720 E Smart Ave?
The closest schools to 8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO are Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School (rated 6/10), Fairmount Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Van Horn High School (rated 3/10).
How big is the lot at 8720 E Smart Ave?
The lot at 8720 E Smart Ave in Independence, MO is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).