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$482,037$162 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1256 FM 2972 W

RUSK, TX 75785
0
Baths
2,976 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.
2.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$482K
$419K low$545K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,509 (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.$464,840 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,230
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$433,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$512,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$464,840

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.28
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Gw Bradford Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.1 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Rusk Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75785These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,238
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1256 Fm 2972 W 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 more than 93% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Rusk 75785

What homes are worth in Rusk 75785

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

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$64K$735K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Rusk 75785.

How it measures up in Rusk 75785

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rusk 75785.

Estimated value$482,037
CheaperTypical $189,000Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area2,976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,479 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size2.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 1256 Fm 2972 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$482,03793% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16279% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,976 ft²91% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.28 ac64% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than201787% of homes86% of homes

About 1256 Fm 2972 W

How much is 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX is $482,037 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $419,254 to $544,820. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX last sell?

1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX last sold on Dec 28, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX has 2,976 square feet of living space and a 2.28-acre lot.

When was 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX built?

1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX was built in 2017, making it 9 years old.

What schools serve 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX is assigned to Gw Bradford Primary School (elementary); Rusk High School (high), rated C+; Rusk Jr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Rusk Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,273 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than 93% of them ($482,037 against a typical $189,000), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($162 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,976 ft² against a typical 1,479 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (2.28 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2017 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 82% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1256 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX was $2,509. The county assessed it at $464,840.

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