Why Live in Spring Branch
Spring Branch in Independence provides a suburban lifestyle with a rural ambiance. The area is situated near the city's outskirts, yet offers easy highway access. The neighborhood features a variety of home options, including three-to-four-bedroom New Traditional houses from the early 2000s in subdivisions like Rockwell Estates and Alexander Place, as well as 1950s ranch-style and split-level homes on expansive 5-acre plots. Homes are priced relatively reasonably, typically from $180,000 to $275,000. Children can attend the well-rated Spring Branch Elementary, followed by Bridger Middle, George Caleb Bingham Middle and William Chrisman High, which offers career pathways in business, STEM, and public service.
Spring Branch's slightly rural setting affords access to green spaces such as the 86-acre George Owens Nature Park, which features nature trails, fishing lakes, picnic pavilions and a butterfly garden. The park also houses the DeWitt Nature Center, which has fossil exhibits and aquariums. The nearby 165-acre Independence Athletic Complex offers 16 playing fields for various sports. Located along East Truman Road, Spring Branch is just 15 miles from downtown Kansas City. The neighborhood is also close to U.S. Highway 24, which is home to several shopping and dining options. Amenities include Sun Fresh and Price Chopper for groceries, and Tavern 24 for dining. Historic Independence Square, only 5 miles away, features restaurants like Café Verona and shops like Music Gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spring Branch a good place to live?
Spring Branch is a good place to live. Spring Branch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Spring Branch is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Spring Branch has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $85,386 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Spring Branch are home owners, with 17.8% of residents renting and 82.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Spring Branch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Spring Branch neighborhood guide.
Is Spring Branch, MO a safe neighborhood?
Spring Branch, MO is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Spring Branch?
The median home price in Spring Branch is $267,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $53,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $56K a year to afford the median home price in Spring Branch. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Spring Branch is $85K.
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Home Trends in Spring Branch, MO
On average, homes in Spring Branch, Independence sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Spring Branch, Independence over the last 12 months is $260,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$260,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$260,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median List Price
$267,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
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