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Property Description
Experience peaceful country living in this stunning 2- year old ranch home nestled on 5 mostly wooded, unrestricted acres in the picturesque Femme Osage Valley. Ideally located just 3.5 miles from the charming town of New Melle, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, with nearby wineries, parks, and scenic countryside. This thoughtfully designed home offers 2,013 square feet of main-level living with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and quality finishes throughout. The open concept floor plan features soaring 10-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, quartz countertop, a large center island, and a stylish coffee/beverage bar that's perfect for entertaining. The primary suite and secondary bathrooms showcase beautiful custom tile work, which continues into the laundry room for a cohesive, upscale feel. Step outside to enjoy the deck overlooking the peaceful wooded acreage- an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying abundant wildlife and nature. Additional highlights include an oversized 3-car garage and a full unfinished basement with a bathroom rough-in, offering endless possibilities for future expansion and added living space. Located in the highly sought after Francis Howell School District, this exceptional property combines modern luxury with the serenity of country living. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a nearly new home on unrestricted acreage in one of St. Charles County's most desirable locations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 215 Rugged Acres
General
- Price: $649,000
- Taxes: $5,055 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MARIS
- MLS ID: 26053227
- Updated: 8/19/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Custom Cabinetry, Dry Bar, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Shower, Soaking Tub, Solid Surface Countertop(s), Walk-In Pantry
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Open
Location
- Area: 410 - Francis Howell
- County: St. Charles
- Township: Unincorporated
- Subdivision: none
- Cross Streets: Highway F
- Driving Directions: GPS Friendly
School Information
- High School District: Francis Howell R-III
- Elementary School: Daniel Boone Elem.
- Middle School: Francis Howell Middle
- High School: Francis Howell High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air Conditioning, Electric
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Modern, Ranch
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Poured Cement (9 Feet or More), Concrete, Full, Roughed-In Bath, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
- Square Feet: 2,013
- Year Built: 2024
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 4.9902
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 217,373.11
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Dimensions: 306/286 x 711/569
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Front Yard, Level, Natural Foliage, Private
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,055
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Documents Avail.: Other
- Legal Description: PT NE 1/4 & PT NW 1/4
- Disclosures/Reports: Flood Plain No
- Property ID: 3-0077-S011-00-0006.9100000
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Schools
Schools serving 215 Rugged Acres
School District:Francis Howell R-Iii School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Daniel Boone Elementary School, Wentzville, MO 201 West Highway D, Wentzville, MO 63385 | K-5 | 2.5 mi |
Francis Howell Middle School 825 O'Fallon Rd, Saint Charles, MO 63304 | 6-8 | 11.2 mi |
Francis Howell High School 7001 Missouri 94, Saint Charles, MO 63304 | 9-12 | 8.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 215 Rugged Acres
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/19/2026
Listed
$649,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 215 Rugged Acres
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,172
30929%
$84,425
73957%
2022
$7
—
$114
—
2021
$7
—
$114
—
2020
$7
—
$114
—
2019
$7
-12%
$114
-7%
2018
$8
—
$123
—
2017
$8
—
$123
—
2016
$8
-53%
$123
-50%
2015
$17
-98%
$246
-98%
2013
$1,055
—
$14,798
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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215 Rugged Acres, Defiance, MO 63341 (MLS# 26053227) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 215 Rugged Acres is currently listed for $649,000 and was received on August 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 215 Rugged Acres? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Defiance? You can browse all Defiance real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

