1225 Gate Rd, Festus, MO 63028
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SOLD
APR 24, 2026
Listed by Marti Merrifield, RedKey Realty Leaders, (636) 237-6000 . Bought with Wood Brothers Realty

1225 Gate Rd
Festus, MO 63028

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,526 sqft (on 3 acres)
4 Beds
3 Baths
4,526 sqft
(on 3 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Tucked away in a private enclave of just ten homes, this exceptional 4 bedroom, 3 bath ranch offers more than 4,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. A charming covered front porch opens to a welcoming foyer and an expansive floor plan featuring soaring ceilings and abundant natural light. The spacious great room, with raised-hearth fireplace, flows seamlessly into a sunroom with endless views of the serene, 3-acre backyard. The chef of the house will delight in the well-appointed kitchen showcasing granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, tile flooring, and a large breakfast bar with a built-in beverage cooler. A divided bedroom floor plan provides added privacy, while the primary suite offers a true retreat with a spa-like bath including dual vanities, separate shower, corner jet tub, and two walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, office, and laundry room complete the main level. The finished walkout lower level offers a large recreation area with wet bar, a theater or game room, and convenient access to a third full bath. Perfect for guests, the spacious fourth bedroom includes a walk-in closet and added soundproof insulation. Step outside to a covered paver patio overlooking the wooded, private backyard and your very own 18-foot swim spa that provides a year-round haven for fitness, relaxation, and hydrotherapy. Whether swimming against the current for a low-impact workout or simply unwinding under the stars, this incredible feature offers a resort-like experience right in your own backyard. Designed for the ultimate car enthusiast, collector, or hobbyist, don’t miss the detached, climate controlled, 7-car garage complete with a professional-grade lift, expansive workshop space and ample room for maintenance, restoration projects, or storing your various recreational vehicles. Truly a standout feature that sets this property in a class of its own! Additional highlights include: 3-car side entry garage, zoned HVAC, newer water softener, whole-house water filtration system, and a fantastic list of included items: pool table, swim spa, kitchen and LL refrigerators, breakfast bar beverage cooler, washer and dryer all stay!
1225 Gate Rd, Festus, MO 63028 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,526 sqft single-family home built in 2003. It last sold for $650,000 on Apr 24, 2026 (6% above the $615,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $654,900, with a rent estimate of $3,328/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
9 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$58/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$144/sqft
Listed
75 days ago

Home Details for 1225 Gate Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Storage Space,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Media Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sunroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4526 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Water ConnectedAppliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Wine Cooler, Bar FridgeDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,DualHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Great Room, Raised HearthHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 VoltsHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Panel Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear PorchOther Structures: OutbuildingExterior: Private YardHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 9Number of Covered Spaces: 9No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 9Parking: Additional Parking,Detached,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Heated Garage,Oversized,Workshop in Garage
Pool
Pool: Above Ground, Lap, Pool CoverPool
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2586 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1940

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: NoneArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Included in Sale: Personal PropertyParcel Number: 199.029.00000012.01

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $615,000Price Per Sqft: $144/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Mar 29 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: FestusCommunity: Little Pond
School Information
Elementary School: Plattin/TelegraphJr High / Middle School: Danby-Rush Tower MiddleHigh School: Jefferson High SchoolHigh School District: Jefferson Co. R-VII

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4526 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Parking/Roads, Common Area MaintenanceHOA Name: Little Pond Neighborhood AssociationAssociation for this Listing: St. Louis Association of REALTORSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $700/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26016310Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2586Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox, Occupied, Pet(s) on Premises

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Common Ground
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Marti Merrifield, (314) 614-1985
RedKey Realty Leaders
Bought with: Paula J Bess, (314) 706-2431, Wood Brothers Realty
Originating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORS
Source: MARIS, MLS#26016310

Price History for 1225 Gate Rd

DatePriceEventSource
04/24/2026--Sold
MARIS #26016310
03/29/2026$615,000PendingMARIS #26016310
03/28/2026$615,000Listed For SaleMARIS #26016310
04/23/2021--Sold
MARIS #21010892
05/03/2017--Sold
N/A
10/26/2016$449,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/17/2016$489,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/31/2016$500,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/26/2016$525,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/03/2016$559,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/02/2016$628,000PriceChange
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07/07/2016$559,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/23/2016$628,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/15/2011$389,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/09/2010$389,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/19/2010$399,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/14/2010$414,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Festus

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$273K
$2.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$189
$1MoM
Available listings
83
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,257
Assessment$352,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1225 Gate Rd

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2100 US Highway 61, Festus, MO
0.15
Single-Family Home
-
12/18/25
4
2
1,839
16 Howe Xing, Festus, MO
0.59
Single-Family Home
-
09/08/25
4
3
3,008
35 Castle Acres, Festus, MO
0.56
Single-Family Home
-
11/25/25
4
3
2,400
1281 Canepa Rd, Festus, MO
0.44
Single-Family Home
-
11/06/25
3
3
2,352
101 Brighton Pl, Festus, MO
1.18
Single-Family Home
-
07/23/25
4
3.5
4,136
555 Kensington Pl, Festus, MO
1.13
Single-Family Home
-
07/24/25
4
3
3,488
3149 Stonebridge Pl, Festus, MO
1.24
Single-Family Home
-
06/24/26
5
3.5
3,874
406 Huntington Trails Dr, Festus, MO
1.22
Single-Family Home
-
03/02/26
4
3.5
2,648
12268 State Road Tt, Festus, MO
0.85
Single-Family Home
-
02/17/26
3
1
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What Locals Say about Festus

At least 115 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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    "Crites Park is a great place to walk dogs. I don’t have a dog myself, but I see lots of people with their dogs there. "
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  • Emeadows
    "Small town feel, yet close enough to all the amenities. I lived in St. Louis County most of my life and I love it down here, feels like home. "
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  • Kenna M.
    "This town has a school district that ranks in the top 10 of the entire state. It is a wonderful and safe district for kids of all ages."
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  • Brooke B.
    "trick or treating is a really special event, all the houses have haunted garages to see who gets the most votes "
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  • Elterman91
    "Everything’s very close to town, whether you’re driving to work or the grocery store nothing is too far away "
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  • Ron H.
    "Schools are top rated and nice buildings for children to learn and grow up in. Everyone is so friendly an has all the appeal of a small town community. "
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  • Carleigh R.
    "There are lots of stop signs, but that's to be expected in town. The amount of time it requires me to get to the nearest highest is less than 5 minutes. "
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  • Cody L.
    "I love the festus area because it's a great location. you have food close by, stores close by and even parks and schoils."
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  • David.t.huetlster.sr
    "my commute is 15 miles all highway. never do I have traffic. not bad at all. I drive a truck and a vette."
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  • Sandra M.
    "the neighborhoods are nice, the parks are great, the schools are excellent. main street is lovely around Christmas time. "
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  • Cage_melissa
    "that the neighborhood is safe and the schools are good. that the streets are safe to walk along and the neighbors are not thieves or druggies. "
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  • Tom B.
    "We are a quaint little community with lots of things to do. Like the parks and the walking areas. There are fishing ponds too. "
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  • Kara M.
    "everyone sticks to themselves but nobody minds their own business, they just stay quiet. lots of food. hardly anyone moves away."
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  • Lea D.
    "We moved from town years ago & I would never go back to city life again! R7 is a very desirable area. Million dollar homes are plentiful in this area. R7 just built there new high school (which made it more desirable-no busing) in 2012. School bus does stop in front of home."
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    "This is a high crime rate area ,don't leave your car or house unlocked it wont be there when u get back"
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  • Joy
    "The areas outside Festus feature fantastic views of the Ozarks. Festus offers reasonable shopping opportunities and restaurants. And, it you need more opportunities, south St. Louis is only half an hour away."
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