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Just outside Independence, at the end of a dead-end gravel road, you'll find this 18.69+/- acre property with mature timber, a pond, live water creek, and a 3 bedroom ranch-style home.
Onion Creek winds through the landscape beneath a canopy of towering burr oaks, pecans, walnuts, maples, redbuds, hackberries, and mulberry trees. To the east of the property, the creek tumbles over a natural rock ledge creating a hidden waterfall that feels more like a favorite camping spot than your own backyard. Whether you're exploring the woods, watching wildlife, fishing the pond, skipping rocks with the kids, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of moving water, this property invites you to spend more time outdoors. The creek currently divides the property, and with some future dirt work, access to the opposite side could be improved if desired.
The 1,940-square-foot ranch-style home was built in 1978 and offers comfortable country living. Enter the home through the original garage, where you'll find a convenient laundry area and a three-quarter bathroom—perfect after working in the shop, spending time outdoors, or tending to the property. The home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary bedroom features direct access to the full bath.
The warm and inviting kitchen features an abundance of solid wood cabinetry, generous counter space, and a functional layout designed for everyday living. It comes complete with the refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. The washer and dryer will also stay with the home. A new water heater was installed in 2024.
A wood-burning fireplace in the living room creates a warm gathering place during cooler months. The spacious sunroom addition with its built-in bar is ready for football Saturdays, holiday celebrations and family get-togethers. Ceiling fans keep the space comfortable on warm summer days, making it a room you'll enjoy year-round.
The improvements don't stop at the home. An oversized attached garage offers room for parking plus additional space for storage or a workshop. A detached garage features a dedicated shop area along with attic storage. The red machine shed provides even more room for tractors, mowers, ATVs, tools, or recreational gear, making this property an excellent fit for hobbyists, tinkerers, or anyone who enjoys having space to work on projects. The property is serviced by well water and a septic system.
The best way to appreciate this property isn't by reading about it—it's by hearing the creek, walking beneath the hardwoods, and experiencing the peaceful setting for yourself. It's nature's playground. If this sounds like a lifestyle you would like to live, give me a call at 918.841.4246 and let's go explore it together.
18.69± acres just outside Independence, Kansas
One-story ranch home built in 1978
1,940 sq. ft.
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
Primary bedroom with direct access to full bath
Living room with wood-burning fireplace
Spacious sunroom addition with built-in bar
Refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer included
New water heater (2024)
Oversized attached garage with workshop/storage space
Detached garage with shop area & attic storage
Red machine shed for equipment & recreational gear
Well water & septic system
Mature hardwood timber throughout the property
Onion Creek (live water) runs through the acreage
Natural waterfall flowing into a creek pool
Pond for fishing & recreation
Burr oak, pecan, walnut, maple, redbud, hackberry & mulberry trees
Excellent wildlife habitat
End of a dead-end gravel road
Ideal for hunting, exploring, fishing & outdoor recreation
Opportunity to improve access across the creek with future dirt work
