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$273,618$223 / 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 89How 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

5238 DOLPHIN DR

JOPLIN, MO 64804
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,225 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.
6.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$244K low$303K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,254 (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.$21,580 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyNEWTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Seneca Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 11.4 mi
H
Seneca High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.5 mi
E
Seneca Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 11.5 mi

District: Seneca R-Vii School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64804These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.39,215
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.418 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,091
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5238 Dolphin 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 69% of homes in Joplin 64804
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Joplin 64804
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Joplin 64804
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Joplin 64804

What homes are worth in Joplin 64804

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

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$83K$739K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Joplin 64804.

How it measures up in Joplin 64804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joplin 64804.

Estimated value$273,618
CheaperTypical $223,856Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size6.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 5238 Dolphin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJoplin 64804Newton County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,61869% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22390% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,225 ft²26% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.5 ac94% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197542% of homes43% of homes

About 5238 Dolphin Dr

How much is 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO is $273,618 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $243,801 to $303,435. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO last sell?

5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO?

5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO has 3 bedrooms, 1,225 square feet of living space and a 6.50-acre lot.

When was 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO built?

5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO?

5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO is assigned to Seneca Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Seneca High School (high), rated C+; Seneca Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Seneca R-Vii School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO compare to other homes in Joplin 64804?

Among the 14,263 homes in Joplin 64804, it is worth more than 69% of them ($273,618 against a typical $223,856), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($223 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,225 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (6.5 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1975 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Newton County, it is worth more than 64% 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 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5238 Dolphin Dr, Joplin, MO was $1,254. The county assessed it at $21,580.

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