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$506,626$209 / 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 89How 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 $280,000 on Feb 11, 2003

278 DICKENS FARM LN

BALLWIN, MO 63021
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,428 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$507K
$451K low$562K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Feb 11, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,829 (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.$85,120 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,970
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$448,000

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.42
30
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.
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.5 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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyST. LOUIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 208 ft²Patio · 208 ft²Porch · 286 ft²

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.

E
Ballwin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Selvidge Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Marquette High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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

278 Dickens Farm Ln 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 more than 82% of homes in Ballwin
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in St. Louis County

What homes are worth in Ballwin 63021

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

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$172K$844K

This home is worth more than 77% 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.

Estimated value$506,626
CheaperTypical $364,822Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,685 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 278 Dickens Farm Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBallwinBallwin 63021St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$506,62682% of homes77% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20950% of homes44% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than2,428 ft²78% of homes75% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac41% of homes65% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199487% of homes82% of homes88% of homes

About 278 Dickens Farm Ln

How much is 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO is $506,626 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $451,313 to $561,939. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO last sell?

278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO last sold on Feb 11, 2003 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO?

278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,428 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO built?

278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO?

278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO is assigned to Ballwin Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Selvidge Middle School (middle), rated B-; 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 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO compare to other homes in Ballwin 63021?

Among the 19,805 homes in Ballwin 63021, it is worth more than 77% of them ($506,626 against a typical $364,822), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($209 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,428 ft² against a typical 1,685 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1994 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 81% 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 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Dickens Farm Ln, Ballwin, MO was $5,829. The county assessed it at $85,120.

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