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$215,000$147 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $159,600 on Oct 7, 2025

508 BENTON DR

SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64504
0
Baths
1,458 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$215K
$200K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$159,600 · Oct 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,042 (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.$14,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$76,580

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
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.Single Family Residence
CountyBUCHANAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Benton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Hyde Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Spring Garden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: St. Joseph School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64504These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.122
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,759
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,631
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.56%

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How this home compares

508 Benton 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.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Saint Joseph 64504
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Saint Joseph 64504
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Saint Joseph 64504
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Buchanan County

What homes are worth in Saint Joseph 64504

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

This home
$45K$484K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Saint Joseph 64504.

How it measures up in Saint Joseph 64504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Joseph 64504.

Estimated value$215,000
CheaperTypical $111,011Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,458 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,102 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 508 Benton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 64504Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,00081% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14778% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,458 ft²81% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac76% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than194862% of homes48% of homes

About 508 Benton Dr

How much is 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO is $215,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $199,502 to $230,498. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO last sell?

508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO last sold on Oct 7, 2025 for $159,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO?

508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO has 1,458 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO built?

508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO was built in 1948, making it 78 years old.

What schools serve 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO?

508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO is assigned to Benton High School (high), rated C-; Hyde Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Spring Garden Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in St. Joseph School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO compare to other homes in Saint Joseph 64504?

Among the 4,086 homes in Saint Joseph 64504, it is worth more than 81% of them ($215,000 against a typical $111,011), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($147 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,458 ft² against a typical 1,102 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1948 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 60% 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 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 508 Benton Dr, Saint Joseph, MO was $1,042. The county assessed it at $14,550.

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