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$951,383$178 / 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 64How 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

42920 HIGHWAY U

PLATO, MO 65552
1
Baths
5,342 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.
104 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$951K
$608K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,371 (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.$61,620 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,200

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.59
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.30 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyLACLEDE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.104.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Shed · 782 ft²

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.

H
Plato High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
E
Plato Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.2 mi

District: Plato R-V School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 65552These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.85%
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.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,171
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,406
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,740
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

42920 Highway U 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Plato 65552
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Laclede County
  • Among the largest homes in Plato 65552
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Laclede County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Plato 65552

What homes are worth in Plato 65552

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

This home
$92K$530K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Plato 65552.

How it measures up in Plato 65552

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plato 65552.

Estimated value$951,383
CheaperTypical $225,214Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area5,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size104 ac
SmallerTypical 2.95 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 42920 Highway U ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlato 65552Laclede County
Estimated valuepricier than$951,383almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17875% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than5,342 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than104 ac93% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than201493% of homes91% of homes

About 42920 Highway U

How much is 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO is $951,383 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $607,590 to $1,295,176. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO last sell?

42920 Highway U, Plato, MO last sold on Jun 4, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO?

42920 Highway U, Plato, MO has 1 bathrooms, 5,342 square feet of living space and a 104.00-acre lot.

When was 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO built?

42920 Highway U, Plato, MO was built in 2014, making it 12 years old.

What schools serve 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO?

42920 Highway U, Plato, MO is assigned to Plato High School (high), rated C+; Plato Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Plato R-V School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO compare to other homes in Plato 65552?

Among the 807 homes in Plato 65552, it is worth more than almost all of them ($951,383 against a typical $225,214), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($178 against a typical $143), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,342 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (104 ac against a typical 2.95 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2014 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Laclede County, it is worth more than almost all 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 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42920 Highway U, Plato, MO was $2,371. The county assessed it at $61,620.

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