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$125,197$103 / ft²
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 78How 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 $80,000 on Mar 4, 2016

1230 BEN RULEY RD

FRANKLIN, KY 42134
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,220 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$125K
$98K low$153K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Mar 4, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$447 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$100,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,000

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountySimpson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Oil
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 150 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Simpson Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 7.3 mi
H
Franklin-Simpson High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi
M
Franklin-Simpson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.8 mi

District: Simpson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 42134These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,092
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.94 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,598
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,629
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1230 Ben Ruley Rd 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.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Older than 79% of homes in Franklin 42134

What homes are worth in Franklin 42134

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$71K$605K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Franklin 42134.

How it measures up in Franklin 42134

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 42134.

Estimated value$125,197
CheaperTypical $230,205Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,220 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 1230 Ben Ruley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 42134
Estimated valuepricier than$125,19710% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10314% of homes
Living areabigger than1,220 ft²27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac75% of homes
Year builtnewer than195521% of homes

About 1230 Ben Ruley Rd

How much is 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY is $125,197 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $97,501 to $152,893. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY last sell?

1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY last sold on Mar 4, 2016 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY?

1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,220 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY built?

1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY?

1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY is assigned to Simpson Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Franklin-Simpson High School (high), rated B+; Franklin-Simpson Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Simpson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY compare to other homes in Franklin 42134?

Among the 6,763 homes in Franklin 42134, it is worth more than 10% of them ($125,197 against a typical $230,205), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($103 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,220 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1955 against a typical 1978). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1230 Ben Ruley Rd, Franklin, KY was $447. The county assessed it at $100,000.

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