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$248,885$159 / 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 84How 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
Last sold for $6,500 on Jan 1, 1980

143 BAXTER RD

RUSTON, LA 71270
2
Baths
1,565 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.
1.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$249K
$209K low$289K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,500 · Jan 1, 1980

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,889 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$22,754 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,413
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,341
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,198
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,535

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.34
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 1,192 ft²

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

E
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 3.0 mi
H
Ruston High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71270These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

143 Baxter 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Ruston 71270

What homes are worth in Ruston 71270

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

This home
$48K$714K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Ruston 71270.

How it measures up in Ruston 71270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruston 71270.

Estimated value$248,885
CheaperTypical $226,059Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,565 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size1.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 143 Baxter Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,88558% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15970% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,565 ft²50% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.34 ac72% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than198352% of homes51% of homes

About 143 Baxter Rd

How much is 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA is $248,885 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $209,183 to $288,587. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA last sell?

143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA last sold on Jan 1, 1980 for $6,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA?

143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA has 2 bathrooms, 1,565 square feet of living space and a 1.34-acre lot.

When was 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA built?

143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old.

What schools serve 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA?

143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary); Ruston High School (high), rated B; Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,412 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 58% of them ($248,885 against a typical $226,059), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($159 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,565 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1.34 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1983 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 61% 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 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 143 Baxter Rd, Ruston, LA was $1,889. The county assessed it at $22,754.

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