816 Ruth Ave, Festus, MO 63028
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SOLD
JUN 18, 2026
Listed by Denise M Dix, Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker, (314) 422-4679 . Bought with Pashos Realty LLC

$230,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,596 sqft

816 Ruth Ave, Festus, MO 63028

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$230K
Since last month
Increased$800 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+5.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+0.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +63% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$230K
July 2026$230K
June 2026$229K
May 2026$237K
April 2026$237K
March 2026$220K
February 2026$215K
January 2026$210K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
812 Horine Rd, Festus, MO
0.09
Single-Family Home
-
02/23/26
3
2
1,092
1013 Savanna Place Dr, Festus, MO
0.13
Single-Family Home
-
10/17/25
3
2
1,424
1325 Melvin Dr, Festus, MO
0.32
Single-Family Home
-
02/20/26
3
2
1,758
1317 Alexander Dr, Festus, MO
0.17
Single-Family Home
-
04/17/26
3
2
1,276
1001 Parc Central Dr, Festus, MO
0.23
Single-Family Home
-
08/14/26
3
2
1,195
1018 Savanna Place Dr, Festus, MO
0.15
Single-Family Home
-
06/15/26
3
3
1,425
806 Virginia Ave, Festus, MO
0.25
Single-Family Home
-
04/17/26
3
2
1,296
1074 Daltons Way, Festus, MO
0.31
Single-Family Home
-
07/13/26
3
2
1,436
912 Parc Central Dr, Festus, MO
0.22
Single-Family Home
-
05/29/26
3
3.5
1,720

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
808 Ruth Ave, Festus, MO 63028
0.03
$255,600
3
2
1,326
Off Market
801 Ruth Ave, Festus, MO 63028
0.07
$240,500
3
2
1,092
Off Market
811 Horine Rd, Festus, MO 63028
0.04
-
2
2
1,308
Recently Sold
1237 Alexander Dr, Festus, MO 63028
0.09
$249,800
3
1.5
1,040
Off Market
1265 Isabella Ct, Festus, MO 63028
0.09
$243,900
3
2.5
1,222
Off Market
901 Horine Rd, Festus, MO 63028
0.08
$288,000
3
2
1,310
Off Market
903 Horine Rd, Festus, MO 63028
0.08
$290,000
3
2
1,310
Off Market
905 Horine Rd, Festus, MO 63028
0.08
$287,500
3
2
1,310
Off Market
1300 Alexander Dr, Festus, MO 63028
0.12
$266,100
3
2
2,050
Off Market
907 Horine Rd, Festus, MO 63028
0.08
$290,300
3
2
1,310
Off Market
86 Konert Cir, Fenton, MO 63026
0.09
$411,800
4
2.5
2,245
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 816 Ruth Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1975
1,596 sqft
$143/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

JUST WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR! 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located in the Festus School District. This home has been remodeled and you are sure to be impressed. Kitchen boasts new cabinets, countertops, stainless appliances and luxury vinyl plank flooring. Breakfast room has large windows so you can enjoy the view of the partially wooded, privacy fenced backyard. The bedrooms have plush carpet and neutral paint. Full walkout basement provides lots of storage space and is ready for your future finishing touches. 2 car attached garage and plenty of additional parking for when friends come to visit. Nestled in a wonderful neighborhood that is close to everything. Be prepared to fall in love with this newly updated ranch home! Call today to take a look inside.
816 Ruth Ave, Festus, MO 63028 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,596 sqft single-family home built in 1975. It last sold for $228,750 on Jun 18, 2026 (5% below the $240,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2013 with an asking price of $1,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 11, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $230,200, with a rent estimate of $1,897/month.

Home Details for 816 Ruth Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Walk-Up AccessNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1596 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No 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 Shingle AsphaltPatio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, PatioFencing: Back Yard, PrivacyFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1596 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 42

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1975
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch,Traditional
Building
Building: BasementConstruction Materials: Brick Veneer, Frame, Vinyl SidingAttached To Another StructureDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 193.006.02007006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $240,000Price Per Sqft: $143/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 20 2026Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: FestusCommunity: Empire Acres
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: 1596 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southern Gateway Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9509.148 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26020922Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1596Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Combination Lock Box

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 18, 2026
Source: MARIS #26020922
Sold
--
May 20, 2026
Source: MARIS #26020922
Pending
$240,000
Apr 29, 2026
Source: MARIS #26020922
PriceChange
$240,000
Price decreased by 4%
Apr 8, 2026
Source: MARIS #26020922
Listed For Sale
$250,000
Sep 11, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,000

Market trends in Festus

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$285K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$181
$3MoM
Available listings
86
8MoM

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 816 Ruth Ave

  • What is 816 Ruth Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 816 Ruth Ave in Festus, MO is $230,200.
  • What is the price history for 816 Ruth Ave?
    816 Ruth Ave in Festus, MO last sold in June 2026.
  • Is Festus a buyer's or seller's market?
    Festus is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Festus?
    The median sale price in Festus is $285K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • Does 816 Ruth Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 816 Ruth Ave in Festus, MO has air conditioning.
  • Does 816 Ruth Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 816 Ruth Ave in Festus, MO has laundry facilities.

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