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$397,620$171 / 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 95How 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

17978 RIVER RD

MONTZ, LA 70068
0
Baths
2,328 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$398K
$377K low$418K high
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.$342,420
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$273,936
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.14%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$55,200
GULF COAST BANK & TRUST CO · recorded Sep 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,444 (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.$31,360 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,276
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$313,600

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.58
65
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%

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
CountySaint Charles
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.

H
Destrehan High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi
M
Harry M. Hurst Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: St. Charles Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70068These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.12%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.254 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,271
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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

17978 River 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 more than 96% of homes in La Place 70068
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Saint Charles County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in La Place 70068
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in La Place 70068
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Saint Charles County

What homes are worth in La Place 70068

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

This home
$112K$440K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in La Place 70068.

How it measures up in La Place 70068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Place 70068.

Estimated value$397,620
CheaperTypical $198,071Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area2,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,990 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 17978 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Place 70068Saint Charles County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,62096% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17149% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,328 ft²76% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac97% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than200554% of homes84% of homes

About 17978 River Rd

How much is 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA is $397,620 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $377,495 to $417,745. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA last sell?

17978 River Rd, Montz, LA last sold on Feb 26, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA?

17978 River Rd, Montz, LA has 2,328 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA built?

17978 River Rd, Montz, LA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old.

What schools serve 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA?

17978 River Rd, Montz, LA is assigned to Destrehan High School (high), rated A; Harry M. Hurst Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in St. Charles Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA compare to other homes in La Place 70068?

Among the 11,705 homes in La Place 70068, it is worth more than 96% of them ($397,620 against a typical $198,071), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($171 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,328 ft² against a typical 1,990 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (2005 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Saint Charles 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 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 17978 River Rd, Montz, LA was $2,444. The county assessed it at $31,360.

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