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$319,581$208 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $159,737 on Nov 25, 2002

397 MESSINA DR

BALLWIN, MO 63021
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,538 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$320K
$294K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$159,737 · Nov 25, 2002
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$37,581
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$30,065
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.90%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$156,800
PULASKI BANK · recorded May 25, 2005
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$125,200
DAS ACQUISITION CO LLC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,408 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$58,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,700

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.41
23
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.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.3 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.Ranch
CountySt. Louis
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 360 ft²Patio · 360 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Sorrento Springs Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Southwest Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
South High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Parkway 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

397 Messina Dr 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Ballwin 63021
  • Older than 87% of homes in Ballwin 63021

What homes are worth in Ballwin 63021

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

This home
$170K$854K

This home is worth more than 36% 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$319,581
CheaperTypical $363,455Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,538 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,667 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 397 Messina Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBallwin 63021St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,58136% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20844% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,538 ft²44% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac78% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than196813% of homes59% of homes

About 397 Messina Dr

How much is 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO is $319,581 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $294,001 to $345,161. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO last sell?

397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO last sold on Nov 25, 2002 for $159,737, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO?

397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,538 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO built?

397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO?

397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO is assigned to Sorrento Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Southwest Middle School (middle), rated C+; South High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Parkway School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO compare to other homes in Ballwin 63021?

Among the 19,790 homes in Ballwin 63021, it is worth more than 36% of them ($319,581 against a typical $363,455), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($208 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,538 ft² against a typical 1,667 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1968 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 59% 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 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 397 Messina Dr, Ballwin, MO was $3,408. The county assessed it at $58,460.

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