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$270,403$235 / 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 93How 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

439 ESSEN LN

BALLWIN, MO 63021
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,152 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$270K
$251K low$290K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,232 (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.$52,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,700

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.44
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.2 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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.46
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.Shed · 90 ft²Porch · 828 ft²

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.

E
Ballwin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Selvidge Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Marquette High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 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

439 Essen 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 less than 86% of homes in Ballwin
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Ballwin
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Ballwin
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Ballwin 63021
  • Older than 96% 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
$176K$865K

This home is worth more than 20% 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$270,403
CheaperTypical $361,325Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 439 Essen Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBallwinBallwin 63021St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$270,40314% of homes20% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23576% of homes72% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²10% of homes17% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac88% of homes89% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than19556% of homes4% of homes33% of homes

About 439 Essen Ln

How much is 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO is $270,403 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $251,168 to $289,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO last sell?

439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO last sold on Apr 20, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO?

439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO built?

439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO?

439 Essen 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 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO compare to other homes in Ballwin 63021?

Among the 19,790 homes in Ballwin 63021, it is worth more than 20% of them ($270,403 against a typical $361,325), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($235 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1955 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 49% 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 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 439 Essen Ln, Ballwin, MO was $3,232. The county assessed it at $52,000.

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