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$393,969$146 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $50,000 on Jul 15, 2025

5251 S RIVERSIDE TER

SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64507
0
Baths
2,704 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.
65.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$394K
$368K low$420K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Jul 15, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,153 (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.$18,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,940

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.56
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyBUCHANAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.65.82
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Skaith Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.4 mi
M
Harry S. Truman Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: St. Joseph School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64507These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.125
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.14,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.257 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,643
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5251 S Riverside Ter 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 90% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Saint Joseph 64507
  • Among the largest lots in Saint Joseph 64507
  • Older than 96% of homes in Saint Joseph 64507

What homes are worth in Saint Joseph 64507

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

This home
$46K$650K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Saint Joseph 64507.

How it measures up in Saint Joseph 64507

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Joseph 64507.

Estimated value$393,969
CheaperTypical $156,683Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area2,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size65.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 5251 S Riverside Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 64507Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$393,96989% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14653% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than2,704 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than65.82 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than19004% of homes4% of homes

About 5251 S Riverside Ter

How much is 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO is $393,969 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $368,277 to $419,661. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO last sell?

5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO last sold on Jul 15, 2025 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO?

5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO has 2,704 square feet of living space and a 65.82-acre lot.

When was 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO built?

5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO?

5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO is assigned to Skaith Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Harry S. Truman Middle School (middle), rated D-; Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in St. Joseph School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO compare to other homes in Saint Joseph 64507?

Among the 5,088 homes in Saint Joseph 64507, it is worth more than 89% of them ($393,969 against a typical $156,683), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($146 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,704 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (65.82 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1900 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 90% 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 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5251 S Riverside Ter, Saint Joseph, MO was $1,153. The county assessed it at $18,960.

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