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$16,889$16 / 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 59How 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 $15,000 on Aug 27, 2021

1617 CONGRESS ST

NEWPORT, AR 72112
1
Baths
1,072 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$17K
$10K low$24K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,000 · Aug 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$290 (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.$7,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,800

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.41
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Closed Piers
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 28 ft²

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.

M
Newport Junior High School
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 0.8 mi
H
The Academies at Newport High SchoolC-
High · Grades 8–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Newport Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi

District: Newport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72112These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.169
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.281

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.4%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,331
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,651
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,506
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

1617 Congress 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Newport
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Newport
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Newport
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Newport 72112

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

This home
$21K$365K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Newport 72112.

How it measures up in Newport 72112

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newport 72112.

Estimated value$16,889
CheaperTypical $81,647Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$16
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,419 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1617 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewportNewport 72112Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$16,889almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,072 ft²18% of homes19% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac24% of homes16% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than195232% of homes24% of homes20% of homes

About 1617 Congress St

How much is 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR is $16,889 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $9,959 to $23,819. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR last sell?

1617 Congress St, Newport, AR last sold on Aug 27, 2021 for $15,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR?

1617 Congress St, Newport, AR has 1 bathrooms, 1,072 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR built?

1617 Congress St, Newport, AR was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR?

1617 Congress St, Newport, AR is assigned to Newport Junior High School (middle); The Academies at Newport High School (high), rated C-; Newport Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Newport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR compare to other homes in Newport 72112?

Among the 3,672 homes in Newport 72112, it is worth more than almost none of them ($16,889 against a typical $81,647), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($16 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,072 ft² against a typical 1,419 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1952 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than almost no 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 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1617 Congress St, Newport, AR was $290. The county assessed it at $7,360.

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