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$179,401$146 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $40,911 on Jan 1, 1980

1606 BITTERSWEET AVE

RUSTON, LA 71270
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,232 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$179K
$141K low$217K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,911 · Jan 1, 1980
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$179,401
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$143,521

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$908 (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.$10,637 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,725
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,912
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,637
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$106,372

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
83
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.0.30
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 268 ft²

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

E
Glen View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.1 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1606 Bittersweet Ave 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 67% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Older than 68% 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
$41K$733K

This home is worth more than 33% 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$179,401
CheaperTypical $225,864Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 1606 Bittersweet Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,40133% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14657% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²28% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac32% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than197032% of homes32% of homes

About 1606 Bittersweet Ave

How much is 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA is $179,401 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $141,460 to $217,342. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA last sell?

1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA last sold on Jan 1, 1980 for $40,911, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA?

1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA built?

1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA?

1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA is assigned to Glen View Elementary School (elementary); Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Ruston High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,420 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 33% of them ($179,401 against a typical $225,864), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($146 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1970 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 38% 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 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1606 Bittersweet Ave, Ruston, LA was $908. The county assessed it at $10,637.

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