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$241,884$245 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $246,409 on Apr 10, 2023

5501 ROCK SPRINGS RD

SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64505
0
Baths
988 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$242K
$228K low$255K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$246,409 · Apr 10, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,407 (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.$19,640 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,690
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,360

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
58
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.0.20
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Pershing Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Robidoux Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: St. Joseph School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64505These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.134
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.14%
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.14,480
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.292 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,534
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,557
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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.60%

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How this home compares

5501 Rock Springs Rd 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 67% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Saint Joseph 64505
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Saint Joseph 64505
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Saint Joseph 64505
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Buchanan County

What homes are worth in Saint Joseph 64505

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

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$53K$759K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Saint Joseph 64505.

How it measures up in Saint Joseph 64505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Joseph 64505.

Estimated value$241,884
CheaperTypical $208,207Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,282 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 5501 Rock Springs Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 64505Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,88460% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24596% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²23% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac30% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than197973% of homes78% of homes

About 5501 Rock Springs Rd

How much is 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO is $241,884 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,322 to $255,446. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO last sell?

5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO last sold on Apr 10, 2023 for $246,409, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO?

5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO has 988 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO built?

5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO was built in 1979, making it 47 years old.

What schools serve 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO?

5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO is assigned to Pershing Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Robidoux Middle School (middle), rated D+; Lafayette High School (high), rated D+. All sit in St. Joseph School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO compare to other homes in Saint Joseph 64505?

Among the 5,057 homes in Saint Joseph 64505, it is worth more than 60% of them ($241,884 against a typical $208,207), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($245 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 23% of them (988 ft² against a typical 1,282 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1979 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 67% 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 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Rock Springs Rd, Saint Joseph, MO was $1,407. The county assessed it at $19,640.

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