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$148,626$82 / 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 84How 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 $183,080 on Jul 16, 2025

228 OPAL ST

SAINT JAMES, MO 65559
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,820 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$149K
$125K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,080 · Jul 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$921 (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.$18,850 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,190

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.46
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyPHELPS
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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

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

H
St. James High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Lucy Wortham James Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
St. James Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi

District: St. James R-I School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 65559These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,002
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,701
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,636
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

228 Opal St 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 89% of homes in Saint James 65559
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Saint James 65559
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Saint James 65559
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Saint James 65559
  • Older than 88% of homes in Phelps County

What homes are worth in Saint James 65559

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

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$101K$603K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Saint James 65559.

How it measures up in Saint James 65559

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint James 65559.

Estimated value$148,626
CheaperTypical $244,500Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,820 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 3.3 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 228 Opal St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint James 65559Phelps County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,62611% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$82almost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,820 ft²71% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac30% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than194014% of homes12% of homes

About 228 Opal St

How much is 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO is $148,626 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $125,232 to $172,020. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO last sell?

228 Opal St, Saint James, MO last sold on Jul 16, 2025 for $183,080, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO?

228 Opal St, Saint James, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,820 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO built?

228 Opal St, Saint James, MO was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO?

228 Opal St, Saint James, MO is assigned to St. James High School (high), rated B-; Lucy Wortham James Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; St. James Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in St. James R-I School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO compare to other homes in Saint James 65559?

Among the 3,629 homes in Saint James 65559, it is worth more than 11% of them ($148,626 against a typical $244,500), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($82 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,820 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 3.3 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1940 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Phelps County, it is worth more than 15% 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 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 Opal St, Saint James, MO was $921. The county assessed it at $18,850.

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