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    $385,000

    514 Forest Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

    3beds
    2,135sqft
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    $2,610/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1971
    4,925 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $180/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Nestled in the heart of Kansas City’s beloved historic Columbus Park, 514 Forest Ave is your chance to own a home in one of the city’s most dynamic and up-and-coming neighborhoods. Surrounded by a vibrant local food scene, green spaces, and easy transportation, this home sits just blocks from the River Market and the KC Streetcar, with quick access to major highways for a stress-free commute. Inside, you’ll find 3 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (2 full, 2 half), along with a large kitchen perfect for entertaining and a living room with a cozy gas fireplace. The huge, finished basement offers flexible space for a media room, gym, office, or guest area—whatever suits your lifestyle. The private side patio, conveniently located just off the dining room, offers the perfect amount of outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining without the upkeep of a larger yard. What truly sets this property apart is the unbeatable neighborhood lifestyle. You’ll be steps from local favorites like Garozzo’s, Vietnam Café, Columbus Park Ramen Shop, Wolfepack BBQ, and Happy Gillis, plus coffee hotspots like Cafe Cà Phê and City Market Coffee House. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the nearby Berkley Riverfront Trail, the Lewis and Clark Trail Cycle Route, the Town of Kansas Bridge, and Cliff Drive Scenic Byway—perfect for walking, biking, and soaking up the city views. Whether you are a foodie, nature lover, or urban explorer, this home gives you it all: style, space, and location in one of KC’s most exciting neighborhoods. Columbus Park combines historic charm with urban energy, and this home puts you in the center of it all.
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    Listed by:

    Lauren Hruby 816-529-6174,

    Compass Realty Group

    Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2625179MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Carpet
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Carpet
      • Level: First
      Dining room
      • Features: Carpet
      • Level: First
      Family room
      • Features: Carpet
      • Level: Basement
      Great room
      • Features: Carpet, Fireplace
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Features: Linoleum
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Electric
      Appliances
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
      • Windows: Storm Window(s)
      • Basement: Finished,Interior Entry
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,135
      • Total interior livable area: 2,135 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,135
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Other
      Lot
      • Size: 4,925 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 12730144100000000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick Veneer
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Year built: 1971

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Guinotte Bluff Add
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Kansas City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $180/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $153,410
      • Annual tax amount: $2,445
      • Date on market: 6/15/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Exclusions: See Disclosure
      • Ownership: Private

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/24/2026Price change$385,000-2.5%$180/sqft
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        7/1/2026Price change$395,000-2.5%$185/sqft
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        6/15/2026Listed for sale$405,000$190/sqft
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        4/15/2025Listing removed$405,000$190/sqft
        Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2534718 Report a problem
        4/14/2025Listed for sale$405,000-14.7%$190/sqft
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        5/4/2024Listing removed--
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        4/17/2024Price change$2,195-2.4%$1/sqft
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        4/5/2024Price change$2,250-2.2%$1/sqft
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        3/7/2024Listed for rent$2,300$1/sqft
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        11/17/2022Listing removed--
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        10/10/2022Listed for rent$2,300+4.5%$1/sqft
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        10/1/2022Listing removed--
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        9/8/2022Listed for sale$475,000+375%$222/sqft
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        8/27/2021Listing removed--
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        7/23/2021Listed for rent$2,200$1/sqft
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        12/22/2011Listing removed$99,999$47/sqft
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        5/26/2011Listed for sale$99,999$47/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,445 -49.5%$29,148 -52.5%
        2024$4,841 +1%$61,342
        2023$4,796 +164.5%$61,342 +178.3%
        2022$1,813 +0.3%$22,040
        2021$1,807 -1.5%$22,040 -0.3%
        2020$1,835 +2.1%$22,098
        2019$1,796 $22,098 +14.9%
        2018$1,796 +12.6%$19,233
        2017$1,595 +6.5%$19,233 +2.6%
        2016$1,498 -0.6%$18,751
        2014$1,507 -0.3%$18,751
        2013$1,511 +0.5%$18,751
        2012$1,504 +0.1%$18,751
        2011$1,502 +0.9%$18,751
        2010$1,489 -25.6%$18,751
        2009$2,003 +0.5%$18,751 -26%
        2008$1,993 +5%$25,340
        2007$1,898 +0%$25,340 +6%
        2006$1,898 +15.5%$23,905
        2005$1,642 $23,905 +13.9%
        2004-- $20,983
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Columbus Park

        Getting around

        62 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        54 / 100
        Good Transit
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

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