This charming home is located on 2+ acres of private, park-like property surrounded by beautiful undisturbed woodland – the view from the Patio is spectacular! Special features include an open floor plan w/ updated kitchen, breakfast bar & lots of cabinet space. Large living & dining areas have beautiful wood floors, fireplace & French doors that open to the patio – what a view! Many updates included - 3 beds, 3 full baths, walk-out lower level w/fireplace, large laundry/utility room - such potential! Roof just 4 years old, new gutters & well pump, new wood furnace provides alternative heating source – you choose wood, electric or both! The over-sized garage offers storage & workshop area. Dreaming of a large detached garage or outbuilding–this home has the perfect space ready for your design/build! This little oasis is simply charming with lots of extras & updates just waiting for you to call home! Privacy at its finest, yet easy access to major highways, schools & shopping.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
2.27 acresLot Size
$227Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sharon Seabaugh• Keller Williams Southwest
Listed by Benjamin Seabaugh• Keller Williams Southwest
Bought with Charles Maher• Realty Executives Premiere
Don't pass on this opportunity. Home sits on over 2 beautiful wooded acres. Kitchen has been updated recently, it just needs your TLC. Here's a house you can really make your own! Schedule your showing today!~HUD acquired property ~ This property is offered in it's current AS IS condition ~ Please use caution when showing ~ All utilities are turned off ~203K eligible ~ HUD property condition reports attached to MLS listing ~ Schedule your showing today through the MLS ~ All agents welcome to show, office must have an active NAID # to submit bids (Don't have one? Call us!! We can tell you how to get one!) ~ Case #292-485509
Public Records
Dec 31, 2007
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,315 (+6.5%)
$3,300 + $20,200
$23,500
2024
$1,235
$3,300 + $20,200
$23,500
2023
$1,234
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2022
$1,234 (+0.2%)
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2021
$1,232 (+9.3%)
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2020
$1,128
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2019
$1,127 (+0.5%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2018
$1,122 (+6.7%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2017
$1,051 (+9.6%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2016
$959 (+0.7%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2015
$952 (+1.8%)
$3,000 + $14,900
$17,900
2014
$935
$2,800 + $14,500
$17,300
Tax history for 2524 Murphy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,315 (+6.5%)
$3,300 + $20,200
$23,500
2024
$1,235
$3,300 + $20,200
$23,500
2023
$1,234
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2022
$1,234 (+0.2%)
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2021
$1,232 (+9.3%)
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2020
$1,128
$3,300 + $18,500
$21,800
2019
$1,127 (+0.5%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2018
$1,122 (+6.7%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2017
$1,051 (+9.6%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2016
$959 (+0.7%)
$3,000 + $16,600
$19,600
2015
$952 (+1.8%)
$3,000 + $14,900
$17,900
2014
$935
$2,800 + $14,500
$17,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1971
Style
Other
County
Jefferson County
APN
18602300000031
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R40
Single-Family Residential District
The R-40 Single-Family Residential District is established to provide single-family residential development. The R-40 density supports the goal of the Official Master Plan in providing single-family densities at a maximum of 1 unit per gross acre, at a relatively low intensity of development but suburban in character. These purposes and intent include the following: To provide areas for residences that may receive urban type services.; To consider the natural features of the land and the relative accessibility of areas proposed for this type of development.; To promote an efficient pattern of development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Post office
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 2
Main Level # of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Second or Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Great Room
Room Dimensions: 26x21
Room Length: 26
Room Width: 21
Room Level: Second or Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 13x11
Room Length: 13
Room Width: 11
Room Level: Second or Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 11x11
Room Length: 11
Room Width: 11
Room Level: Second or Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 10x10
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 10
Room Level: Second or Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Concrete, Bathroom in LL, Fireplace in LL, Full, Concrete, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Full Masonry, Woodburning Fireplce
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Carpets, Window Treatments, Some Wood Floors
Window Features: Six Panel Door(s), French Door(s), Lever Style Door Handles, Panel Door(s), Some Insulated Wndws, Some Storm Doors, Some Tilt-In Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,260
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees/Woods, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 2.27
Lot Size Dimensions: 250x404x252x395
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,051
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: None
School Information
Elementary School: Athena Elem.
Middle Or Junior High School: Desoto Jr. High
High School: Desoto Sr. High
High School District: Desoto 73
Location Information
Directions: from Festus - I-55 to Hwy 67 south. Left on Hwy CC to Right on Murphy Rd. Follow signs to driveway on the left!
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.27 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Jefferson County
APN: 18602300000031
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Home Information
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Athena Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 4.3mi
6/10
Desoto Jr. High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Festus, MO • 63028
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Estimated sale price
$272,000 – $330,000
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