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$177,442$152 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

512 FORREST ST

FESTUS, MO 63028
1
Baths
1,164 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$177K
$166K low$189K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$708 (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.$12,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,000

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.52
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
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.58 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system 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.Porch · 84 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Festus Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.5 mi
H
Festus High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Festus Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Festus R-Vi School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 63028These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.159

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.95%
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.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,112
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

512 Forrest 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 92% of homes in Festus 63028
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Festus 63028
  • Older than 96% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Festus 63028

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

This home
$143K$727K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Festus 63028.

How it measures up in Festus 63028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Festus 63028.

Estimated value$177,442
CheaperTypical $288,505Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,164 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 512 Forrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFestus 63028Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,4428% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15221% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,164 ft²29% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac43% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than19408% of homes4% of homes

About 512 Forrest St

How much is 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO is $177,442 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $166,294 to $188,590. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO last sell?

512 Forrest St, Festus, MO last sold on Mar 18, 1997, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO?

512 Forrest St, Festus, MO has 1 bathrooms, 1,164 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO built?

512 Forrest St, Festus, MO was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO?

512 Forrest St, Festus, MO is assigned to Festus Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Festus High School (high), rated A+; Festus Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Festus R-Vi School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO compare to other homes in Festus 63028?

Among the 10,462 homes in Festus 63028, it is worth more than 8% of them ($177,442 against a typical $288,505), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($152 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,164 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1940 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 9% 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 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 Forrest St, Festus, MO was $708. The county assessed it at $12,900.

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