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$196,425$171 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $153,615 on Jan 19, 2024

2838 MESSANIE ST

SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64501
0
Baths
1,147 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$196K
$180K low$212K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$153,615 · Jan 19, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$951 (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.$13,270 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,850

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.35
1
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.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBUCHANAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Harry S. Truman Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Edison Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi

District: St. Joseph School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64501These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.131
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.11,809
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,049 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,053
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

2838 Messanie 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 more than 90% of homes in Saint Joseph 64501
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Saint Joseph 64501
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Saint Joseph 64501
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Saint Joseph 64501

What homes are worth in Saint Joseph 64501

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

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$42K$268K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Saint Joseph 64501.

How it measures up in Saint Joseph 64501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Joseph 64501.

Estimated value$196,425
CheaperTypical $109,724Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,147 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,088 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1917Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 2838 Messanie St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 64501Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,42590% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17190% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,147 ft²57% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac98% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than194785% of homes48% of homes

About 2838 Messanie St

How much is 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO is $196,425 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $180,493 to $212,357. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO last sell?

2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO last sold on Jan 19, 2024 for $153,615, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO?

2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO has 1,147 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO built?

2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO was built in 1947, making it 79 years old.

What schools serve 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO?

2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO is assigned to Central High School (high), rated C; Harry S. Truman Middle School (middle), rated D-; Edison Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in St. Joseph School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO compare to other homes in Saint Joseph 64501?

Among the 3,658 homes in Saint Joseph 64501, it is worth more than 90% of them ($196,425 against a typical $109,724), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($171 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,147 ft² against a typical 1,088 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1947 against a typical 1917). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 55% 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 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2838 Messanie St, Saint Joseph, MO was $951. The county assessed it at $13,270.

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