Pevely, Missouri.
Jefferson County living on the I-55 corridor south of St. Louis. Newer ranch and subdivision homes on larger lots at price points that buyers can't find in St. Louis County. The tradeoff is commute time and a different school district conversation.
Pevely Home Buying Questions, Answered With 2026 Sales
Updated October 2026 · MLS sales records. 25 closed sales with a Pevely mailing address.
How much does a house cost in Pevely, Missouri?
The 2026 median sale price was $272,000 across 25 sales with a Pevely mailing address, according to MLS sales records. The middle half sold between $249,900 and $410,000.
What does $250,000 buy in Pevely?
9 of 25 sales (36.0%) closed at $250,000 or less. Of those, 9 had three or more bedrooms and 0 were ranch-style; the median was 1,280 sq ft, built in 1963.
What does $300,000 buy in Pevely?
16 of 25 sales (64.0%) closed at $300,000 or less. Of those, 15 had three or more bedrooms and 4 were ranch-style; the median was 1,231 sq ft, built in 1978.
How fast do homes sell in Pevely?
The median 2026 sale spent 18 days on market (CDOM), against 18.5 days countywide. 8 of 25 sales took 30 days or more.
Do Pevely homes sell over asking price?
10 of 25 sales in 2026 (40.0%) closed above the original list price, compared with 38.5% countywide.
What kind of houses sell in Pevely?
The median 2026 sale was about 1,437 sq ft, built in 2001, and 9 of 25 (36.0%) were ranch-style.
Is a Pevely address inside Pevely city limits?
Not always. Of the 25 sales in 2026 with a Pevely mailing address, 17 were inside Pevely city limits and 8 were outside, according to U.S. Census Bureau 2024 boundaries. Inside the city, the city’s rules apply.
Which school district is Pevely in?
More than one. The 25 sales with a Pevely mailing address in 2026 were in Dunklin R-V (24) and Hillsboro R-III (1). Confirm the district for the exact address.
How much are property taxes in Pevely?
The median annual property tax on homes that sold with a Pevely mailing address in 2026 was $2,497, and the middle half of bills ran from $1,309 to $3,958, across 25 sales, according to MLS sales records. The tax on a listing is the seller’s most recent bill, so confirm the exact address with the Jefferson County Collector of Revenue.
What ZIP code is Pevely?
63070. All 25 of the 2026 sales with a Pevely mailing address were in that ZIP code.
Deciding on a house in Pevely
Do I need a septic inspection on a Pevely house?
Only if the house isn’t on public sewer, so ask that first, before you schedule anything. 8 of the 25 Pevely-address sales in 2026 were outside city limits, where private systems are more likely. On public sewer, get a sewer scope instead; it runs $150 to $300.
Do homes inside Pevely city limits pay more property tax?
In 2026 sales, yes. The 17 homes inside city limits had a $2,702 median tax bill on a $272,000 median price; the 8 outside had $1,556 on $267,450. Eight sales is a small sample, so confirm the bill for the exact address with the Jefferson County Collector of Revenue.
Source: MLS closed single-family resales, January 1–October 5, 2026: vacant or owner-occupied homes, excluding new construction and tenant-occupied properties. Grouped by mailing address; city limits use U.S. Census Bureau 2024 place boundaries. See all Jefferson County communities in the Jefferson County area guide.
Dunklin R-V School District
Pevely is served by the Dunklin R-V School District. Buyers coming from St. Louis County who are school-district driven should research the district carefully and verify the specific school assignment for any property address before making a school-based decision.
⚠ Always verify assigned school by exact property address with the district.
Jefferson County Math — Space and Price, Different Commute
Pevely is a price-per-square-foot conversation. Buyers who need a newer home, a 2-car garage, a large lot, and a purchase price that doesn't exist in St. Louis County find that Jefferson County communities like Pevely, Festus, and Imperial deliver that math consistently.
The honest tradeoffs: the commute to St. Louis County employers runs 30-45 minutes on I-55. The school district is Dunklin R-V; in 2026, 24 of the 25 sales with a Pevely address were in Dunklin R-V. The commercial infrastructure is more limited — you're not steps from a Kirkwood or Chesterfield-style corridor. And some properties in Jefferson County are on septic systems rather than municipal sewer, which matters for inspection and ongoing maintenance budgeting.
George's read: Pevely makes sense for buyers who have done the commute math honestly and aren't carrying a school-district requirement into Jefferson County. The value is real. The tradeoffs are real. Neither cancels the other out — it's just a different set of priorities.
Verified Context That Actually Helps
The Buyer Profiles That Usually Click Here
Buyers who want newer construction, larger lots, and 2-car garages at a price point that doesn't exist in St. Louis County.
Buyers whose employer is on the I-55 corridor or who work remotely and commute is not the primary constraint.
Buyers comparing Pevely against Festus, Imperial, and other Jefferson County communities on the same price-per-square-foot math.
Buyers with a hard St. Louis County school district requirement or who need a short commute to city or inner-county employers.
Wondering whether to stay or go?
If you’ve been in the house for years, start with Longtime St. Louis Homeowner: Should You Stay or Should You Go? — what staying really costs, what you’d walk away with, and where you’d go next.
Questions Buyers Ask Before They Commit
Where is Pevely?
Pevely is in Jefferson County on the I-55 corridor, roughly 25-30 miles south of downtown St. Louis, between Herculaneum and Festus.
Why are prices lower in Pevely than St. Louis County?
Different county, different school district, longer commute to most St. Louis County employment centers. Those factors reduce demand relative to comparable properties in St. Louis County, which produces the price difference buyers find.
Do I need to worry about septic in Pevely?
Verify public sewer vs. septic on any Jefferson County property before you make an offer. Not all addresses have municipal sewer — your agent and inspector should confirm this early.
What should buyers watch for in inspections?
Newer construction profile: roof, HVAC, sump pump, lot drainage, and subdivision HOA fees. Also septic system condition if applicable. Jefferson County construction is generally more predictable than pre-war South City brick — but systems still age.
Want the honest Jefferson County comparison — Pevely vs. Festus vs. Imperial?
Price per square foot, school district reality, commute math, and sewer/septic — a direct conversation before you drive 30 miles south.
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