The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 64076 sells for about $286,000, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,045 a month.
ZIP 64076 — Odessa
The housing market in 64076 shows steady appreciation and moderate demand, driven by buyers seeking affordability outside the Kansas City urban core. Inventory remains tight, which continues to support price growth despite broader economic headwinds. Figures for months of supply and specific sales counts are based on current market snapshots, while some demographic data is sourced from the most recent ACS estimates.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and commuters who prioritize a small-town atmosphere and affordability while maintaining access to the broader Kansas City job market.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.8% · poverty 7.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 64076, Lafayette County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Odessa are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type in this rural-suburban transition area.
The area is served by the Odessa R-VII School District, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and community engagement within Lafayette County.
The region is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, with flood risks primarily concentrated near local creek beds.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the Kansas City metropolitan area, with local growth supported by small-scale commercial development and residential expansion along the I-70 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Lafayette County based on local millage rates that fund the school district, county services, and municipal operations in Odessa.
Residents primarily commute via I-70, providing a direct but significant drive into the Kansas City employment core, typically taking 35 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
Local amenities include Dyer Park and various community sports facilities, with access to larger regional outdoor recreation and shopping centers located in nearby Blue Springs or Independence.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and limited inventory, with demand driven by families and commuters seeking more affordable housing options than those found in the urban core.
The local economy is a mix of agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and service-sector jobs, with many residents commuting to the Kansas City metro area for employment.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with I-70 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on low-density residential subdivisions and small commercial infill projects along the main thoroughfares.
The Lafayette County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments updated periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county general funds, and local municipal levies for city services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including wind and hail risks common in Western Missouri.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profile for 64076.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Primary community park featuring playgrounds and walking paths.
Local 9-hole course serving the immediate area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.