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Edgerton, Missouri
Edgerton is a small city in northeastern Platte County, Missouri, set along Grove Creek about a mile and a half east of the Platte River, where Missouri Routes B and Z meet. Incorporated in 1883 and named for a railroad employee, it keeps a classic small-town core with a city park, ball field, veterans memorial and a Mid-Continent Public Library branch. It is a different town from Edgerton, Kansas, which sits in Johnson County on the other side of the metro.
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Edgerton is a Platte County, Missouri city. So far in 2026, 9 single-family homes sold through the MLS at a median of $385,000, about $201 per finished square foot. The median annual property tax on those homes was $2,474, an effective rate of 0.7% of the sale price.
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What’s new in Edgerton
What the city is approving, building and planning
Pulled from council and planning agendas, city news and local reporting, checked November 13, 2026. Older items move to our Update Archive.
Sewer work
September 2026
Aldermen OK up to $5,000 to replace failed Moonbeam lift station pump
At the Sept. 2, 2026 meeting, Public Works Director Travis Hollars reported a grinder pump was lost at the Moonbeam lift station and priced a replacement at about $4,828. Aldermen voted 3-0 to allow up to $5,000 for the new pump. The same report noted the John Street lift station was down for seven days before a new grinder pump was installed there.
Source: City of Edgerton (Sept. 2, 2026 Board of Aldermen minutes) →
Code enforcement
September 2026
City adds an abatement officer and sets a $200 tow hook-up fee
On Sept. 2, 2026, aldermen voted 3-0 to accept the first and second readings of Ordinance 18-061, which adds an abatement officer position to the city code. They also voted 3-0 to set a $200 hook-up fee per tow with Lazer Tow, and the mayor named the public works director to place tow stickers when the abatement officer is unavailable.
Source: City of Edgerton (Sept. 2, 2026 Board of Aldermen minutes) →
Council agenda
November 2026
Road tax and a salt-storage pad on the Nov. 4 aldermen agenda
The Edgerton Board of Aldermen meets Nov. 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Frank St. New business on the agenda is a road tax and a concrete pad for road salt. The agenda gives no other details, and no vote results have been posted yet.
Zoning
August 2026
Motocross training facility with public track pitched to aldermen
At the Aug. 5, 2026 Board of Aldermen meeting, a prospective buyer presented plans for a motocross sports training facility with a public track, a noise barrier, racing events with vendors and RV hookups. The site would have to be rezoned from agricultural to commercial through the zoning board, with neighboring owners signing off. The mayor said he would set up a zoning board meeting; no vote was taken.
Your utilities
August 2026
Sewer charges for multi-unit buildings to be reviewed with December water rates
Public works reported that multi-unit properties now pay a single flat sewer charge even when more than one line runs into the city sewer. Aldermen agreed on Aug. 5, 2026 to revisit the sewer charge structure when they review water rates in December. No rate change has been adopted.
Road work
January 2026
Route B bridge over Grove Creek replaced
MoDOT closed Route B at Grove Creek in Edgerton from January 12, 2026, to May 4, 2026, to replace the bridge. Drivers followed a signed detour using Routes B, E and Z and Interstate 29 while work was underway.
Historical property tax
Edgerton property taxes: 10 years of real bills
The typical Edgerton home that sold in 2026 (year to date) carried an annual property tax bill of about $2,474, or 0.70% of its sale price. In 2017 it was $1,824 (0.81%). Appraisals tend to rise faster than anyone budgets for, so check the actual bill on any home you like.
10 years of real tax bills
Median property tax on Edgerton homes that sold, 2017–2026
What buyers actually inherited: the full annual tax bill (city, county, school and all other levies) on single-family homes sold each year. Effective rate = tax ÷ sale price.
See the numbers
| Year sold | Median annual tax | Median sale price | Effective rate | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $1,824 | $175,000 | 0.81% | 11 |
| 2018 | $1,591 | $159,000 | 0.92% | 13 |
| 2019 | $1,537 | $167,000 | 1.10% | 16 |
| 2020 | $1,746 | $235,000 | 0.74% | 7 |
| 2021 | $1,783 | $216,000 | 0.88% | 18 |
| 2022 | $1,689 | $212,500 | 0.79% | 12 |
| 2023 | $1,543 | $215,000 | 0.66% | 13 |
| 2024 | $1,635 | $230,000 | 0.69% | 17 |
| 2025 | $1,801 | $265,000 | 0.68% | 10 |
| 2026 | $2,474 | $385,000 | 0.70% | 9 |
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales, DataMaster SLIM exports of October 25, 2026, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. Tax figures are as reported in MLS at sale and may reflect the prior tax year; bills under $300 (land-only or missing) are left out. Not a tax quote.
10-year lookback
Price per square foot, subdivision by subdivision
Median sale price per finished square foot for single-family homes in the 1 busiest Edgerton subdivisions, by year sold. Darker gold means pricier per foot. Scroll sideways on a phone.
| Subdivision | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platte Ridge17 sales | · | · | $165 | · | $139 | $151 | $239 | · | · | · | +45%2019–23 |
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales, DataMaster SLIM exports of October 25, 2026, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. A year is shown only when at least two homes sold; subdivisions with fewer than 8 sales in these years are left out. Small neighborhoods can swing a lot year to year. Methodology.
Edgerton subdivisions
4 Edgerton neighborhoods with recent sales
Edgerton subdivisions with at least three single-family sales in the last ten years, A to Z, with their sales counts. Tap one to see what is for sale there now.
Subdivision names as entered in the MLS. Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales, DataMaster SLIM exports of October 25, 2026, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team.
Living in Edgerton
Edgerton history, jobs and parks
A little history
A post office named Edgerton has operated here since 1871, and the town took its name from a Mr. Edgerton who worked for the railroad. Edgerton was incorporated as a city in 1883 and grew quickly, reaching 482 residents by the 1890 census. A few miles southwest, the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway junction known as Edgerton Junction even had its own post office from 1899 to 1916. The local school district was later consolidated with Dearborn and Camden Point to form today’s North Platte County R-I district.
Where people work
Edgerton is a commuter town: Census estimates show an average commute of about 36 minutes, with most residents driving alone and about 17 percent working from home. Residents work across construction, retail trade, and finance and insurance, with many traveling to jobs elsewhere in the Kansas City metro area.
Parks & outdoors
Edgerton City Park on Belt Avenue is the town’s gathering spot, with a bandstand for live entertainment and events, a picnic shelter, a playground, a walking trail, a basketball court and Edgerton Ball Park with a batting cage. Edgerton Memorial Park at Frank Street and South Clark Avenue holds a black granite veterans memorial. Smithville Reservoir lies about six miles to the east in neighboring Clinton County.
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City rules
Can I do that in Edgerton?
The questions buyers ask before the fence goes up, from Edgerton code, permit pages and local reporting. Rules change and HOA covenants can be stricter, so confirm with the city before you build.
Fireworks
Fireworks may be set off only from June 30 through July 9, between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. Bottle rockets, all rockets and aerial fireworks whose casing does not burn up before landing are banned, and fireworks are never allowed in the BD General Business District. Fines are $50 for a first offense and $100 for a repeat offense in the same year, plus court costs.
Building permits
Edgerton requires a building permit to build, rebuild, move, demolish or structurally alter a building or structure, but not for ordinary repairs that are not structural. A standard building permit costs $25. The city has adopted the 2012 International Residential Code.
Pools
Outdoor pools, hot tubs and spas must have a barrier at least 6 feet high, with no more than a 2-inch gap at the bottom and no opening a 4-inch ball can pass through. Gates must have a lock and be self-closing and self-latching. A spa or hot tub with an approved safety cover is exempt.
Trash service
Residential trash pickup in Edgerton is handled by Waste Management, (913) 631-3300. Businesses must arrange their own solid waste removal and may choose their own hauler.
Septic/sewer
Water and sewer service inside Edgerton is provided by City of Edgerton Municipal Utilities, (816) 790-3484. Bills cover the prior month’s usage and are due on the 25th of each month, with a late fee added after that date.
Chickens
Keeping chickens in Edgerton requires a city chicken permit, and the Board of Aldermen can revoke it for ordinance violations (Board of Aldermen minutes, August 2026). Ask City Hall for the permit terms before you build a coop.
Water and trash rates
Under Code § 111.010, the in-city water base charge is $61.50 a month for the first 1,000 gallons, plus $15.75 for each additional 1,000 gallons. Residential trash is $15.00 a month. The Board of Aldermen reviews these rates every six months, so confirm current rates with City Hall.
New water connections
Code § 111.020 sets a $1,000 water connection fee for new users. The owner pays to connect the meter to the building, and the meter is removed if the connection isn’t made within 45 days of installation.
Water shutoff and reconnection
Water is shut off after two straight months of nonpayment, and the meter is padlocked. Reconnection fees in a rolling 24-month period are $100 for the first shutoff, $125 for the second and $150 for the third. Service can be terminated after four or more. Balances must be paid in cash or money order, and reconnections happen weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tampering with a locked meter adds $200 to the bill.
Home businesses
Edgerton’s zoning code defines a home occupation as one run entirely inside the main building, using no more than half of the ground-floor area, with no more than one outside employee on site at a time and no outdoor sign beyond what the use table allows (Section 405.010, Definitions).
Pets
Edgerton contracts animal control to the Platte County Sheriff’s Office and adopts parts of the county animal control ordinance (Sections 205.010-205.050). Dogs must be licensed under Section 205.060, and a first violation of that section carries a fine of up to $25.
Open burning
Open burning needs a permit from the Edgerton-Trimble Fire District (plus Missouri DNR approval), must be at least 100 feet from any structure or public road, may start no earlier than 7 a.m. or sunrise and only when winds are 15 mph or less; bonfires are capped at 6 feet wide and 6 feet tall. Portable outdoor fireplaces must stay 15 feet from combustibles, decks and patios and may not burn trash or yard waste (Fire Code, Sec. 203.010, IFC 307 as amended by Ord. No. 450).
Mobile homes
Edgerton’s zoning code says a mobile home dwelling may be located only in an authorized mobile home park. Parked or unoccupied camping-type trailers are not counted as mobile homes (Edgerton City Code Ch. 405, Section 405.010 Definitions).
RV and boat parking
On a residential lot, the occupant may park one commercial vehicle of no more than 3/4-ton capacity and one unoccupied camper trailer, motorboat or sailboat. Accessory off-street parking is not allowed in required front yards or required usable open space (Zoning Code Section 405.260, Permitted Accessory Parking).
Moving in
Edgerton, MO utility providers
Who to call to turn things on. Providers can vary by address, so confirm before closing.
City of Edgerton Municipal Utilities
City water and sewer. City Hall is at 400 Frank St., and bills can be paid online.
Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative
The city lists two electric providers, Platte-Clay and Evergy. Which one serves a home depends on its location.
Evergy
The city’s alternate number for Evergy is (800) 383-1183. Check which electric provider serves a given address.
Spire Missouri
The city lists Missouri Gas Energy, which is now part of Spire. Propane options the city lists are Nash Gas, Ferrell Gas and Platte-Clay Propane.
Waste Management
Residential pickup is billed with city utilities. Businesses hire their own hauler.
CenturyLink
This is the phone provider the city lists. The city says Edgerton has no cable TV provider, so TV is satellite or CenturyLink.
Edgerton FAQ
Edgerton, MO: the questions people ask most
What county is Edgerton, Missouri in?
Edgerton is in Platte County, Missouri, in the northeastern part of the county. It is a different town from Edgerton, Kansas, which is in Johnson County, Kansas.
Is Edgerton, Missouri a good place to live?
Edgerton is a small city of 601 people (2020 Census) in the Kansas City metro area, with a city park and ball field, a veterans memorial and a Mid-Continent Public Library branch on Frank Street.
What is Edgerton, Missouri known for?
Edgerton is known for its small-town setting on Grove Creek near the Platte River, its city park and ball park, and as the hometown of actor Jim Davis.
Where is Edgerton, Missouri?
Edgerton sits at the junction of Missouri Routes B and Z in northeastern Platte County, about 1.5 miles east of the Platte River and roughly six miles west of Smithville Reservoir. It uses ZIP code 64444.
Is there a library in Edgerton, Missouri?
Yes. The Mid-Continent Public Library Edgerton Branch is at 404 Frank Street, phone (816) 790-3569.
What school district serves Edgerton?
Nearly all of Edgerton is served by the North Platte County R-I School District, which operates its Intermediate School (grades 3-5) in Edgerton, while a very small portion of the city falls in the East Buchanan County C-1 School District.
Who provides utilities in Edgerton, Missouri?
The City of Edgerton runs water and sewer service (816-790-3484); applications to open or close a water account are available from the City Clerk at City Hall, 400 Frank St. Electric service is from Platte-Clay Electric or Evergy depending on location, gas is listed as Missouri Gas Energy, and residential trash is handled by Waste Management. The city notes there is no cable TV provider in town, so satellite or CenturyLink service is the option.
What fire district covers Edgerton, Missouri?
The Edgerton-Trimble Fire Protection District serves the city and the surrounding rural area. Station 1 is at 500 Belt Avenue in Edgerton, and Station 2 is on U.S. 169 in Trimble.
How much is the city water and trash bill in Edgerton, Missouri?
Under the city code, water inside city limits has a $61.50 monthly base charge that covers the first 1,000 gallons, plus $15.75 for each additional 1,000 gallons. Residential trash pickup is $15.00 a month. The Board of Aldermen reviews rates every six months, so call City Hall at (816) 790-3484 for current figures.
What happens if an Edgerton water bill goes unpaid?
The city shuts off water after two straight months of nonpayment and padlocks the meter. Reconnection costs $100 for a first shutoff, $125 for a second and $150 for a third within 24 months. The full balance must be paid in cash or money order before service is restored.
Is there cable TV in Edgerton, Missouri?
No. The city says Edgerton has no cable television provider. The city’s utility list names satellite TV and CenturyLink, which is also the listed phone provider at (800) 788-3500.
Who handles animal control in Edgerton, Missouri?
The Platte County Sheriff’s Office serves as Edgerton’s animal control officer under a city agreement with the county (City Code Sections 205.010 and 205.040). The city also requires dogs to be licensed (Section 205.060).
When and where does the Edgerton, Missouri Board of Aldermen meet?
The Board of Aldermen meets at Edgerton City Hall, 400 Frank St. Recent regular meetings started at 5:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month (Aug. 5, Sept. 2 and Nov. 4, 2026). Agendas and approved minutes are posted on the city website at cityofedgerton.org, and City Hall can be reached at (816) 790-3484.
Is Edgerton, Missouri the same city as Edgerton, Kansas?
No. Edgerton, Missouri is a small city in Platte County, north of Kansas City, with City Hall at 400 Frank St. Edgerton, Kansas is a separate city in Johnson County, Kansas. They have different governments, codes, utilities and websites (cityofedgerton.org for Missouri, edgertonks.org for Kansas).
Can I pay my Edgerton, Missouri water bill online?
Yes. The City of Edgerton website links to an online bill-pay portal under “Pay Water Bill On-line.” You can also pay at City Hall, 400 Frank St., or call (816) 790-3484 with billing questions.
How do I start or stop city water service in Edgerton, Missouri?
Stop by Edgerton City Hall at 400 Frank St. and see the City Clerk for the application, which is used both to open a water account and to disconnect one. City Hall is open 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Friday, and the office can be reached at (816) 790-3484.
Can I get my Edgerton, Missouri water bill by email?
Yes. To go paperless, email coem@cityofedgerton.org with your account information and the email address where you want to receive your water bill.
Can residents speak at Edgerton, Missouri Board of Aldermen meetings?
Yes. Each regular meeting agenda includes a citizen input item, and the city’s Board of Aldermen rules limit each speaker to five minutes unless the board grants more time (City of Edgerton Code, CC 1986 Sec. 24.110). A written dissent or protest of an ordinance or resolution must be filed no later than the next regular meeting after it passes (CC 1986 Sec. 24.140).
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