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$231,967$153 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on Mar 3, 2021

261 NORTH AVE

SPARTA, MO 65753
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,514 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$232K
$226K low$238K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Mar 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$22,530 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,600

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.55
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
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.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.7 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
CountyChristian
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2022
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.42
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Retaining Wall
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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(2)

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.

M
Sparta Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Sparta Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Sparta High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Sparta R-Iii School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 65753These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.94%
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.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,223
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,968
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

261 North 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 85% of homes in Christian County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Christian County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Sparta 65753
  • Among the oldest homes in Sparta 65753

What homes are worth in Sparta 65753

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

This home
$123K$776K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Sparta 65753.

How it measures up in Sparta 65753

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sparta 65753.

Estimated value$231,967
CheaperTypical $274,098Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,514 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 261 North Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 65753Christian County
Estimated valuepricier than$231,96734% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15340% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,514 ft²41% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac28% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than1880almost no homesalmost no homes

About 261 North Ave

How much is 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO is $231,967 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $225,928 to $238,006. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO last sell?

261 North Ave, Sparta, MO last sold on Mar 3, 2021 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO?

261 North Ave, Sparta, MO has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,514 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO built?

261 North Ave, Sparta, MO was built in 1880, making it 146 years old.

What schools serve 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO?

261 North Ave, Sparta, MO is assigned to Sparta Middle School (middle), rated B+; Sparta Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Sparta High School (high), rated C. All sit in Sparta R-Iii School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 North Ave, Sparta, MO compare to other homes in Sparta 65753?

Among the 1,919 homes in Sparta 65753, it is worth more than 34% of them ($231,967 against a typical $274,098), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($153 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,514 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1880 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Christian 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.

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