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$206,630$191 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

8984 SW COUNTY ROAD 5497

RICH HILL, MO 64779
2
Beds
0
Baths
1,080 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.
3.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$207K
$195K low$218K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$116,630
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$93,304
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.39%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$90,000
FLAT BRANCH HOME LOANS INC · recorded Oct 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,180 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,100

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyBates
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.60
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Rich Hill High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.8 mi
E
Rich Hill Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi

District: Rich Hill R-Iv School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 64779These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.2,082
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,490
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,720
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

8984 Sw County Road 5497 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Rich Hill 64779
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Bates County

What homes are worth in Rich Hill 64779

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

This home
$60K$803K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Rich Hill 64779.

How it measures up in Rich Hill 64779

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rich Hill 64779.

Estimated value$206,630
CheaperTypical $161,881Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size3.6 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8984 Sw County Road 5497 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRich Hill 64779Bates County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,63060% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19168% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²32% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.6 ac62% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197857% of homes59% of homes

About 8984 Sw County Road 5497

How much is 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO is $206,630 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $194,943 to $218,317. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO last sell?

8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO last sold on Oct 15, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO?

8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO has 2 bedrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 3.60-acre lot.

When was 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO built?

8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO?

8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO is assigned to Rich Hill High School (middle), rated B-; Rich Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Rich Hill R-Iv School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8984 Sw County Road 5497, Rich Hill, MO compare to other homes in Rich Hill 64779?

Among the 1,134 homes in Rich Hill 64779, it is worth more than 60% of them ($206,630 against a typical $161,881), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($191 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (3.6 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1978 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Bates County, it is worth more than 48% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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