Jackson County property record for 524 S Ash Ave, Independence, MO 64053
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,237 sqft · built 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.154 acres (6,691 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $1,194 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 14-730-09-31 |
| Primary APN | 14-730-09-31 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 8 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,237 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 773 sqft |
| Basement Area | 773 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Year Built | Built 1920 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1920 |
| Architectural Style | Cape Cod |
| Exterior Material | Asbestos |
| Construction Type | Steel Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 6,691 sqft (0.154 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 130 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Porch | Open Porch |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Account Number | 727227 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 524 S ASH AVE |
| City | INDEPENDENCE |
| State | MO |
| Zip | 64053-1502 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | FAIRMOUNT N 1/2 LOT 221 |
| Legal Subdivision | FAIRMOUNT |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 221 |
| Jurisdiction | JACKSON MO |
| Township / Civil Division | BLUE |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3002 |
| Census Tract | 11001 |
524 S Ash Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who acquired it in December 2019.
Source: Jackson County records, as of August 24, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 524 S ASH AVE, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64053-1502 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Deed Sale | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Deed Document Number | 2010108728 |
| Last Transfer Date | Dec 10, 2019 |
| Transfer Doc | 00E0102226 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 524 S Ash Ave was $1,194, down 11.6% from the year before.
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 | $16,333 (-) Land $3,162 Building $13,171 | $85,960 (-) | |
| 2025 | $1,194.00 (-11.56%) | $16,333 Land $3,162 Building $13,171 | $85,960 |
| 2024 | $1,350.00 (+2.51%) | ||
| 2023 | $1,317.00 (+40.11%) | $18,947 (+53.42%) Land $1,317 Building $17,630 | $99,720 |
| 2022 | $940.00 | $12,350 Land $2,147 Building $10,203 | |
| 2021 | $65,000 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 524 S Ash Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 28, 2025
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 524 S Ash Ave has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
|---|
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 551 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 |
May also be available: Wisper ISP.
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