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$88,321
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $23,500 on Feb 10, 2017

1047 JAMES ST

FRANKLIN, LA 70538
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Baths

Valuation

$88K
$76K low$101K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,500 · Feb 10, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$681 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,026 (2023)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$422
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,604
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,026
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$70,260

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.28
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySaint Mary

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Franklin Sr. High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
LaGrange Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Franklin Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: St. Mary Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70538These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,862
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,901
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1047 James St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

What homes are worth in Franklin 70538

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This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Franklin 70538.

How it measures up in Franklin 70538

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 70538.

Estimated value$88,321
CheaperTypical $76,575Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

How 1047 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 70538Saint Mary County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,32157% of homes48% of homes

About 1047 James St

How much is 1047 James St, Franklin, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1047 James St, Franklin, LA is $88,321 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $76,057 to $100,585. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1047 James St, Franklin, LA last sell?

1047 James St, Franklin, LA last sold on Feb 10, 2017 for $23,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 1047 James St, Franklin, LA?

1047 James St, Franklin, LA is assigned to Franklin Sr. High School (high), rated C+; LaGrange Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Franklin Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in St. Mary Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on 1047 James St, Franklin, LA?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1047 James St, Franklin, LA was $681. The county assessed it at $7,026.

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