Welcome to your own slice of paradise! This 1,544 square foot ranch sits on a gorgeous 4.72 acres that comes with a pond stocked with large mouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. The home has many features including 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms ( one of which has been completely renovated), a main floor laundry and a large sunroom that overlooks the beautiful pond. The fully updated kitchen features a Large center island perfect for entertaining, brand new cabinets, Quartz counter top, backsplash, and appliances. The living room has a wood burning fireplace for those cold winter months. There is a full basement downstairs ready for your finishing touches! Head out back where you will find your 30x40 metal detached garage that is fully insulated perfect for summer gatherings! This home also has a second entrance on the back for additional parking space. If you're looking for a home on a great piece of land, this is one you can't miss! Ask how to get into this home with No Money Down! Additional Rooms: Sun Room
Why go to the park when you can live at a beautiful park-like setting! This 1,544 square foot ranch sit on a gorgeous 4.72 acres that comes with a pond stocked with bass, perch, and catfish. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a main floor laundry and a sunroom that overlooks the pond. The kitchen has a center island that is perfect for entertaining and the living room has a wood burning fireplace for those cold winter months. The home also comes with a 30x40 metal detached garage that has electric and is fully insulated. A second 12x16 shed is also located on the property and is perfect as a wood shed or additional storage. If you're looking for a home on a great piece of land, this is one you can't miss! Additional Rooms: Sun Room
Public Records
Apr 8, 2003
Sold
—
Public Records
Feb 20, 2003
Sold
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Public Records
Aug 18, 1990
Sold
$62,500
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,504 (+4.3%)
$5,900 + $20,900
$26,800
2024
$1,442 (−2.5%)
$5,900 + $20,900
$26,800
2023
$1,479 (−4.1%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2022
$1,542 (−6.6%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2021
$1,651 (+6.0%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2020
$1,558
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2019
$1,558 (+0.8%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2018
$1,546 (+6.3%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2017
$1,454 (+8.1%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2016
$1,345 (+1.7%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2015
$1,322 (+4.8%)
$5,400 + $15,900
$21,300
2014
$1,261
$4,900 + $15,100
$20,000
Tax history for 4881 Buckeye School Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,504 (+4.3%)
$5,900 + $20,900
$26,800
2024
$1,442 (−2.5%)
$5,900 + $20,900
$26,800
2023
$1,479 (−4.1%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2022
$1,542 (−6.6%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2021
$1,651 (+6.0%)
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2020
$1,558
$5,900 + $19,200
$25,100
2019
$1,558 (+0.8%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2018
$1,546 (+6.3%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2017
$1,454 (+8.1%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2016
$1,345 (+1.7%)
$5,400 + $17,600
$23,000
2015
$1,322 (+4.8%)
$5,400 + $15,900
$21,300
2014
$1,261
$4,900 + $15,100
$20,000
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.72 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,544
Year built
1975
Style
Other
County
Jefferson County
APN
18300600000017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
LR2
Large Lot Residential District
The LR-2 Large Lot Residential District is established to provide rural density single-family detached residential development on 2 acre minimum lot sizes. The LR-2 density supports the Official Master Plan by providing multiple housing types and varied lot sizes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Post office
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 3
Main And Upper Level Bedrooms: 3
Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Main Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Main Level Bathrooms Full: 2
Main And Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
Upper Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Upper Level Bathrooms Full: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Half: 0
Lower Level Bathrooms Full: 0
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Full, Walk-Up Access
Other Rooms Information
Room Count: 0
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Kitchen, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric, Forced Air
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Floor Plan: Primary Bed on Main
Interior Features: Kitchen/Dining Room Combo, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Softener Rented, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone Veneer, Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Door Features: Panel Door(s), Sliding Door(s)
Pool Information
Pool YN: 0
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Pole Barn(s)
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,544
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Waterfront
Lot Size Area: 4.72
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 4.72
Lot Size Dimensions: 697x353x396x314x229
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Size Area Unknown YN: 0
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,542
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Count: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Hillsboro Elem.
Middle Or Junior High School: Hillsboro Jr. High
High School: Hillsboro High
High School District: Hillsboro R-III
Location Information
Address Line: 4881 Buckeye School Rd, Festus MO 63028
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,544
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.72 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Jefferson County
APN: 18300600000017
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Transaction Type: Sale
Possible Buyer Fees YN: 1
Seller Paid Repairs Amount: 0.00
Listing Date Information
Expected Active Date: 2023-08-04
Home Information
Living Area: 1544
Living Area Source: Assessor
Living Area Unknown YN: 0
Above Grade Finished Area Srch Sq Ft: 1544.00
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Hillsboro Elementary School
Public 2-3 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Hillsboro Jr. High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
Hillsboro High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° 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
$324,000 – $392,000
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