8 Howe Xing, Festus, MO, 63028
About This Home
Privately tucked away on 3.4+/- scenic acres in desirable Howe Crossing and the sought-after R-7 School District, this exceptional estate offers over 4,300 sq. ft. of beautifully updated living space designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. The stunning modern kitchen features granite countertops, custom soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, breakfast room, and an impressive custom walk-in pantry. From the soaring two-story foyer and rich hardwood floors to the inviting sunroom, stone gas fireplace, and spacious finished walk-out lower level with wet bar and entertainment area, every space has been thoughtfully designed with warmth and character. Offering 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, main-floor laundry, central vacuum, Clayton dual fuel (wood and coal) heating system installed 1987 in addition to the standard forced air heating (as an option), both an attached and an amazing detached garage with room for 5 vehicles or a fantastic workshop, this property combines luxury, functionality, and privacy in one incredible package. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living with updated landscaping, stone accents, patio space, sun room, and access to neighborhood lakes for fishing and recreation. Homes offering this much space, land, and quality in Howe Crossing rarely come available — this is truly a one-of-a-kind opportunity you do not want to miss.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Construction materials: Concrete
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Concrete,Partially Finished,Full,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom4
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Breakfast Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14x14
Family Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25x12
Features
- Bar,Bookcases,Built-in Features,Central Vacuum,Tray Ceiling(s),Two Story Entrance Foyer,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry,Wet Bar,Workshop/Hobby Area
- Door features: French Doors,Panel Door(s),Sliding Doors
- Window features: Bay Window(s),Insulated Windows,Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 3,088
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Dual Fuel/Off Peak,Electric,Forced Air,Wood,Zoned
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,368
- Total interior livable area: 4,368 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22x12
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7x5
Living Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 406
- Dimensions: 29x14
Office
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17x10
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19x15
Recreation Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13x13
Sunroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 21x10
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 199.029.01001054.30
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
Lot
- Lot size: 3.40 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area,Cul-De-Sac,Scattered Woods
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Covered spaces: 5
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Landslide
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Missouri Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,537 | $42,444 |
| Home Insurance * | $538 | $6,456 |
| Property Taxes | $466 | $5,592 |
| Electricity | $333 | $4,002 |
| Total | $4,874 | $58,488 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Missouri FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-08 | Price change | $699,500 |
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2018-06-06 | Sold | -- |
| 2018-04-11 | Pending sale | $450,000 |
| 2018-01-05 | Price change | $450,000 |
| 2017-10-30 | Listed for sale | $475,000 |
| 2015-10-13 | Listing removed | $339,000 |
| 2015-08-31 | Price change | $339,000 |
| 2015-07-23 | Price change | $344,000 |
| 2015-06-11 | Listed for sale | $349,000 |
| 2013-09-20 | Sold | -- |
| 2013-08-03 | Pending sale | $338,000 |
| 2013-07-12 | Price change | $338,000 |
| 2013-06-05 | Price change | $355,000 |
| 2013-05-15 | Price change | $369,000 |
| 2013-03-19 | Listed for sale | $380,000 |
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