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$317,398$127 / 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 95How 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 $158,000 on Jul 24, 2009

42950 HIGHWAY U

PLATO, MO 65552
0
Baths
2,505 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.
10 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$317K
$300K low$335K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,000 · Jul 24, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$750 (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.$21,290 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,100

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
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.

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.10.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 1,500 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.

H
Plato High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi
E
Plato Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.3 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

42950 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.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Plato 65552
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Plato 65552
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Plato 65552
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Laclede County
  • Older than 74% 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 83% of 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$317,398
CheaperTypical $225,214Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,505 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size10 ac
SmallerTypical 2.95 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 42950 Highway U ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlato 65552Laclede County
Estimated valuepricier than$317,39883% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12733% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,505 ft²93% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10 ac71% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197626% of homes39% of homes

About 42950 Highway U

How much is 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO is $317,398 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $299,988 to $334,808. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO last sell?

42950 Highway U, Plato, MO last sold on Jul 24, 2009 for $158,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO?

42950 Highway U, Plato, MO has 2,505 square feet of living space and a 10.00-acre lot.

When was 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO built?

42950 Highway U, Plato, MO was built in 1976, making it 50 years old.

What schools serve 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO?

42950 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 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO compare to other homes in Plato 65552?

Among the 807 homes in Plato 65552, it is worth more than 83% of them ($317,398 against a typical $225,214), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($127 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,505 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (10 ac against a typical 2.95 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1976 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Laclede County, it is worth more than 65% 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 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42950 Highway U, Plato, MO was $750. The county assessed it at $21,290.

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