729 Locust St, Festus, MO 63028
OFF MARKET
Listed by Marie E Jennewein, Realty Executives Premiere, (636) 931-9800 . Bought with RE/MAX Best Choice

729 Locust St
Festus, MO 63028

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,056 sqft

$215,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,342/mo*
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$215,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,342/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
1,056 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1972
Living Area
1,056 sqft
Price/Sqft
$204
Parking
1 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome home to this spacious 3 BD Ranch on a corner lot in the heart of Festus! The home was recently updated with new basement windows and sump pump in 2024 and HVAC and electrical panel in 2022. You'll enjoy ample off-street parking and a pull-through garage with driveway on each corner street. A garden window and large picturesque glass doors provide a view of the outdoors and further add to the open feeling of the kitchen and dining room area. The spacious living room is the perfect size for family and friends to gather, and a full basement with rough-in offers a blank canvas for the new homeowner. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful house your home!
729 Locust St, Festus, MO 63028 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home built in 1972. It last sold for $199,900 on Dec 23, 2024 (3% above the $195,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $215,900, with a rent estimate of $1,378/month.

Home Details for 729 Locust St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1056 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Underground UtilitiesAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Greenhouse Windows, Insulated Windows, Tilt-In WindowsDoor: Panel Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Circular Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Off Street
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1056 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 35

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional,Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Stone Veneer, Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 193.007.02001009

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $195,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 23 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: FestusCommunity: La Bon Heights
School Information
Elementary School: Festus Elem.Jr High / Middle School: Festus MiddleHigh School: Festus Sr. HighHigh School District: Festus R-VI

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1056 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: OtherAssociation for this Listing: Southern Gateway Association of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10410.84 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24073855Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1056Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Showing Service, Occupied, Lockbox
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Marie E Jennewein, (314) 277-0224
Realty Executives Premiere
Bought with: Dean E Eshelman, (636) 448-3627, RE/MAX Best Choice
Originating MLS: Southern Gateway Association of REALTORS
Source: MARIS, MLS#24073855

Price History for 729 Locust St

DatePriceEventSource
12/23/2024--Sold
MARIS #24073855
12/01/2024$195,000ContingentMARIS #24073855
12/01/2024$195,000Listed For SaleMARIS #24073855
11/14/2024$195,000ListingRemovedMARIS #24070205
11/14/2024$195,000ContingentMARIS #24070205
11/13/2024$195,000Listed For SaleMARIS #24070205
09/30/2019$142,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/30/2019$142,000PendingAgent Provided
09/26/2019--Sold
MARIS #19023453
07/29/2019$142,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/27/2019$149,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/16/2019$158,900PendingAgent Provided
04/09/2019$158,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/13/2017--Sold
N/A
02/18/2017$130,000PendingAgent Provided
01/16/2017$130,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/07/2014--Sold
N/A
12/22/2013$89,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/23/2013$95,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/04/2013$98,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/26/2013$104,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2013$109,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/25/2013$114,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/30/2013$116,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/15/2013$124,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/29/2013$129,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Festus

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$280K
$7.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$178
$11MoM
Available listings
77
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,098
Assessment$105,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 729 Locust St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
206 Belle Ave, Festus, MO
0.04
Single-Family Home
-
11/21/25
2
1
700
810 S 2nd St, Festus, MO
0.07
Single-Family Home
-
06/05/26
3
2
1,080
918 S 2nd St, Festus, MO
0.14
Single-Family Home
-
12/03/25
3
1
1,470
717 Cleveland Ave, Festus, MO
0.43
Single-Family Home
-
06/05/26
3
1
1,000
601 S 5th St, Festus, MO
0.20
Single-Family Home
-
11/14/25
3
2
1,152
420 Palmer St, Festus, MO
0.17
Single-Family Home
-
10/14/25
3
2
1,134
916 S 2nd St, Festus, MO
0.13
Single-Family Home
-
01/29/26
3
2
1,364
315 Lee Ave, Festus, MO
0.33
Single-Family Home
-
08/08/25
2
1
861
802 Locust St, Festus, MO
0.26
Single-Family Home
-
10/08/25
4
1
1,560

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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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  • Caryl Riley
    "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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  • ratrodder74
    "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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