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$88,377$99 / 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 91How 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 $74,000 on Feb 20, 2020

5501 S 4TH ST

SAINT JOSEPH, MO 64504
0
Baths
895 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$88K
$81K low$96K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$74,000 · Feb 20, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$869 (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.$12,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,380
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$63,600

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.
38
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.0.31
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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 · 0.3 mi
E
Hyde Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Spring Garden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 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

5501 S 4th 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 85% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Smaller than 85% 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
$41K$463K

This home is worth more than 34% 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$88,377
CheaperTypical $109,751Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area895 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,103 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5501 S 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 64504Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,37734% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9947% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than895 ft²20% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac63% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than193755% of homes44% of homes

About 5501 S 4th St

How much is 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO is $88,377 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $80,659 to $96,095. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO last sell?

5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO last sold on Feb 20, 2020 for $74,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO?

5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO has 895 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO built?

5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO was built in 1937, making it 89 years old.

What schools serve 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO?

5501 S 4th St, 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 5501 S 4th St, 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 34% of them ($88,377 against a typical $109,751), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($99 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 20% of them (895 ft² against a typical 1,103 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1937 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 15% 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 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO was $869. The county assessed it at $12,090.

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