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$237,886$172 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $172,000 on Dec 4, 2020

217 RUSSELL AVE

FESTUS, MO 63028
2
Baths
1,381 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$238K
$229K low$247K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$172,000 · Dec 4, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,263 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$23,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.51
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.61 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 237 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Festus Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.8 mi
H
Festus High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Festus Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Festus R-Vi School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 63028These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.159

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,112
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

217 Russell Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 68% of homes in Festus 63028
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Festus 63028

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$140K$719K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Festus 63028.

How it measures up in Festus 63028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Festus 63028.

Estimated value$237,886
CheaperTypical $285,699Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,381 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 217 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFestus 63028Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,88632% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17231% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,381 ft²45% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac44% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199965% of homes68% of homes

About 217 Russell Ave

How much is 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO is $237,886 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,910 to $246,862. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO last sell?

217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO last sold on Dec 4, 2020 for $172,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO?

217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO has 2 bathrooms, 1,381 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO built?

217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO?

217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO is assigned to Festus Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Festus High School (high), rated A+; Festus Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Festus R-Vi School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO compare to other homes in Festus 63028?

Among the 10,462 homes in Festus 63028, it is worth more than 32% of them ($237,886 against a typical $285,699), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($172 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,381 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1999 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 33% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 Russell Ave, Festus, MO was $1,263. The county assessed it at $23,000.

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