$247,500
UNDER CONTRACT $8K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $1,548/month

Total Views 38,318
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,750 Sq Ft
$141 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Thermal Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

Charming Historic Home – Spacious & Full of CharacterWelcome to 3640 Forest Ave, a historic 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home built in 1890. It is listed on the Historic Registry and maintains much of its original charm: gorgeous wood floors, pocket doors, enormous windows and original doors. The yard is spacious with a 4x26’ raised garden bed in the back and a variety of beautiful flowers in the front including daffodils, crocuses, tulips and blue bells. Inside, you'll find a remodeled kitchen with heated tile floors, gorgeous preserved pocket doors, wood trim, and an excellent layout that showcases its original beauty. The stunning windows, some custom-replaced, flood the home with natural light.The fenced-in backyard has ample space and easy access to add a garage. The private driveway adds convenience, and the clean, dry basement offers valuable storage. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a spacious, affordable home in a prime location, offering an easy commute and access to all that Kansas City has to offer. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Lauren Kirby

Platinum Realty LLC Brokerage Phone: 785-840-5839 License #2018005558 Listed on: 03/24/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,315

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 136
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,750 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Thermal Windows
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storm Doors
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Unfinished Basement

  • Stone or Rock in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Inside Entrance
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Central High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Troost Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 30-120-09-13-00-0-00-000
  • $0 special tax assessment

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,315

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1750
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Internet Address Display: Yes
  • Internet Consumer Comment: No
  • List Agent Full Name: Lauren Kirby
  • List Office Mls Id: HMSPRKC
  • List Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
  • List Office Phone: 888-220-0988
  • Living Area: 1750
  • Mls Status: Show For Backups
  • Ownership: Private
  • Age Description: 101 Years/More
  • Floor Plan Features: 1.5 Stories
  • Tax Special Amount: 0
  • Tax Total Amount: 2315
  • Value Range Pricing YN: 0
  • Dining Area Features: Formal
  • Attribution Contact: 785-840-5839
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Painted Cabinets, Stained Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Inside Entrance, Unfinished, Stone/Rock
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Gas Range
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Main Level
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s), Thermal Windows
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Inside City Limits: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Telecom: Cable - Available

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Deposit: Platinum Title LLC

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Kansas City Mo

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Many Trees
  • Lot Size Area: 0.16
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 136
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6969.6
  • Parcel Number: 30-120-09-13-00-0-00-000
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name: Troost Park
  • In Flood Plain: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2315

MLS Schools

  • High School: Central

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,315 $29,327 $16,967 $12,360
2023 $2,293 $29,326 $8,506 $20,820
2022 $2,297 $27,930 $2,689 $25,241
2021 $2,290 $27,930 $2,689 $25,241
2020 $576 $6,938 $2,689 $4,249
2019 $564 $6,938 $2,689 $4,249
2018 $238 $2,994 $260 $2,734
2017 $238 $2,994 $260 $2,734
2016 $208 $2,603 $486 $2,117
2014 $209 $2,603 $486 $2,117
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Price Changed $247,500 -2.9% $141 / Sq Ft
03/26/2025 03/26/25 For Sale $255,000 +70.0% $146 / Sq Ft
10/30/2019 10/30/19 Sold -- -- --
09/03/2019 09/03/19 Price Changed $150,000 -4.5% $86 / Sq Ft
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Price Changed $157,000 -6.0% $90 / Sq Ft
08/06/2019 08/06/19 For Sale $167,000 -- $95 / Sq Ft
Source: Heartland MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Platinum Title
Warranty Deed -- First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Stewart Title
Warranty Deed -- Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $208,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $13,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $72,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $0 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Heartland MLS

MLS Number: 2537905

Heartland MLS

APN: 30-120-09-13-00-0-00-000