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$218,609$218 / 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 85How 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 $92,500 on Sep 29, 2016

979 VFW DR

FESTUS, MO 63028
1
Baths
1,004 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$219K
$186K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$92,500 · Sep 29, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,048 (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.$18,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,000

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
91
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.
65
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.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 350 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Festus Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Festus Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.8 mi
H
Festus High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

979 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.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Festus 63028
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Festus 63028
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 97% 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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$141K$729K

This home is worth more than 22% 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$218,609
CheaperTypical $287,189Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$218
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,004 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,454 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 979 Vfw Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFestus 63028Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,60922% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21862% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,004 ft²18% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac60% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than19386% of homes3% of homes

About 979 Vfw Dr

How much is 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO is $218,609 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $186,479 to $250,739. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO last sell?

979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO last sold on Sep 29, 2016 for $92,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO has 1 bathrooms and 1,004 square feet of living space.

When was 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO built?

979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO is assigned to Festus Middle School (middle), rated B+; Festus Elementary School (elementary), 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 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO compare to other homes in Festus 63028?

Among the 10,462 homes in Festus 63028, it is worth more than 22% of them ($218,609 against a typical $287,189), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($218 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,004 ft² against a typical 1,454 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1938 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 24% 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 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Vfw Dr, Festus, MO was $1,048. The county assessed it at $18,600.

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