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$132,182$110 / 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 85How 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

500 N 5TH ST

UNION STAR, MO 64494
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,198 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
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.

Valuation

$132K
$112K low$153K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,161 (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.$13,850 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,885

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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 Residential
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 169 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Union Star High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Union Star Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi

District: Union Star R-Ii School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64494These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.124
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.666
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,989
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,266
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

500 N 5th 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 less than 89% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Union Star 64494
  • Older than 96% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Union Star 64494

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

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$59K$667K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Union Star 64494.

How it measures up in Union Star 64494

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Union Star 64494.

Estimated value$132,182
CheaperTypical $208,248Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,198 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.9 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 500 N 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion Star 64494DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$132,18225% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11040% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,198 ft²27% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac31% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than18855% of homes4% of homes

About 500 N 5th St

How much is 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO is $132,182 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $111,805 to $152,559. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO last sell?

500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO last sold on Dec 20, 2000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO?

500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,198 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO built?

500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO?

500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO is assigned to Union Star High School (middle), rated B+; Union Star Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Union Star R-Ii School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO compare to other homes in Union Star 64494?

Among the 448 homes in Union Star 64494, it is worth more than 25% of them ($132,182 against a typical $208,248), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($110 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,198 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 2.9 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1885 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 11% 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 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 N 5th St, Union Star, MO was $1,161. The county assessed it at $13,850.

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