Jackson County property record for 5205 Downey Ave, Independence, MO 64055
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,267 sqft · built 1985 |
| Lot Size | 0.029 acres (1,252 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on Record |
| Tax Bill | $2,494 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2020 Line of Credit |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 34-920-15-16 |
| Primary APN | 34-920-15-16 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 8 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,267 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 900 sqft |
| Basement Area | 868 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1985 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1985 |
| Architectural Style | Duplex Single |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Construction Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 1,252 sqft (0.029 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 ft deep x 1 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 360 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Open Porch |
|---|---|
| Porch Area | 20 sqft |
| Deck Area | 136 sqft |
| Patio Area | 96 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Account Number | 889673 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 5205 DOWNEY AVE |
| City | INDEPENDENCE |
| State | MO |
| Zip | 64055-6345 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Legal Description | COUNTRY MEADOWS TOWNHOMES 1ST PLAT UNIT 1 LOT 2 |
| Legal Subdivision | COUNTRY MEADOWS TOWNHOMES 1ST PLAT |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 2 |
| Jurisdiction | JACKSON MO |
| Township / Civil Division | BLUE |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1000 |
| Census Tract | 14504 |
Source: Jackson County records, as of August 24, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 5205 DOWNEY AVE, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055-6345 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | JACKSON MO |
| Property Address | 5205 DOWNEY AVE, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055-6345 |
| Document Number | 000E108186 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 27, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jan 22, 2021 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Husband and Wife |
| Address | 5205 DOWNEY AVE INDEPENDENCE MO 640556345, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055-6345 |
| Document Number | 000E108186 |
|---|---|
| Date | Nov 16, 2020 |
| Instrument | 108186E |
| Name | FIRST FED'L BK/KANSAS CITY |
|---|---|
| Address | KANSAS CITY, MO 64120 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 240 Months |
| Due | Nov 15, 2040 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
Source: Jackson County assessment roll, as of August 24, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Missouri |
| County | Jackson County |
| Municipality | Independence City |
| Unified School District | Independence 30 School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $37,189 (-) Land $5,670 Building $31,519 | $195,730 (-) | |
| 2025 | $2,494.00 (+0.04%) | $37,189 (+3.31%) Land $5,670 Building $31,519 | $195,730 (+3.31%) |
| 2024 | $2,493.00 (+2.3%) | ||
| 2023 | $2,437.00 | $35,998 Land $2,605 Building $33,393 | $189,460 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 28, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 8 (10% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 7 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2017) |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 2017 · river or lake flooding |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 96% of Missouri |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | INDEPENDENCE PWS serves 120,000 people · EPA ID MO1010399 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | May 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 415 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber · DSL · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Google Fiber, Spectrum, Wisper ISP.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures