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$271,551$113 / 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 95How 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 $1,660 on Oct 2, 2024

971 VFW DR

FESTUS, MO 63028
2
Baths
2,412 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.
3.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$272K
$258K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,660 · Oct 2, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,055 (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.$38,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$31,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,300

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.57
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyJEFFERSON
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 270 ft²

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
Festus Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.8 mi
M
Festus Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Festus High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Festus R-Vi School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 63028These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.159

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,112
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

971 Vfw 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Festus 63028

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

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$146K$713K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Festus 63028.

How it measures up in Festus 63028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Festus 63028.

Estimated value$271,551
CheaperTypical $287,085Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size3.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 971 Vfw Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFestus 63028Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,55145% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1136% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,412 ft²84% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.3 ac77% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198950% of homes53% of homes

About 971 Vfw Dr

How much is 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO is $271,551 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $257,639 to $285,463. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO last sell?

971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO last sold on Oct 2, 2024 for $1,660, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO has 2 bathrooms and 2,412 square feet of living space.

When was 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO built?

971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO is assigned to Festus Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Festus Middle School (middle), rated A+; Festus High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Festus R-Vi School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO compare to other homes in Festus 63028?

Among the 10,462 homes in Festus 63028, it is worth more than 45% of them ($271,551 against a typical $287,085), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($113 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,412 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (3.3 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1989 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jefferson 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.

What are the property taxes on 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 971 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO was $2,055. The county assessed it at $38,200.

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