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Last sold for $322,000 on Jul 19, 2023

242 RIES RD

BALLWIN, MO 63021
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,870 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.
1.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$322,000 · Jul 19, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,602 (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.$52,440 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,000

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.49
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.12 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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyST. LOUIS
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 175 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Ballwin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Selvidge Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Marquette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Rockwood R-Vi School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 63021These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.129

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.55,113
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,498 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,969
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

242 Ries Rd 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.

  • Bigger than 67% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Among the largest lots in Ballwin
  • Older than 93% of homes in Ballwin 63021

How it measures up in Ballwin 63021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ballwin 63021.

Living area1,870 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 242 Ries Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBallwinBallwin 63021St. Louis County
Living areabigger than1,870 ft²48% of homes58% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.21 acalmost all homes97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than195910% of homes7% of homes41% of homes

About 242 Ries Rd

When did 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO last sell?

242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO last sold on Jul 19, 2023 for $322,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO?

242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,870 square feet of living space.

When was 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO built?

242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO?

242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO is assigned to Ballwin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Selvidge Middle School (middle), rated A+; Marquette High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Rockwood R-Vi School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO compare to other homes in Ballwin 63021?

Among the 19,805 homes in Ballwin 63021, it is bigger than 58% of them (1,870 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1959 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Ries Rd, Ballwin, MO was $3,602. The county assessed it at $52,440.

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