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$101,112$76 / 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 76How 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 $26,000 on Apr 17, 2023

196 VELMA DR

WEST MONROE, LA 71292
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,326 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.
1.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$101K
$77K low$125K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$26,000 · Apr 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$204 (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.$2,150 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$21,500

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.44
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.
81
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.

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
CountyOUACHITA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 231 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Pinecrest SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.5 mi
H
West Ouachita High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi

District: Ouachita Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71292These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,623
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,160
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,144
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

196 Velma Dr 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 69% of homes in Ouachita Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Ouachita Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in West Monroe 71292

What homes are worth in West Monroe 71292

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

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$25K$512K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in West Monroe 71292.

How it measures up in West Monroe 71292

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Monroe 71292.

Estimated value$101,112
CheaperTypical $138,658Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$76
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,326 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size1.13 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 196 Velma Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Monroe 71292Ouachita Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$101,11238% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7639% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,326 ft²48% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.13 ac27% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than198454% of homes64% of homes

About 196 Velma Dr

How much is 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA is $101,112 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $76,823 to $125,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA last sell?

196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA last sold on Apr 17, 2023 for $26,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA?

196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,326 square feet of living space and a 1.13-acre lot.

When was 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA built?

196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA?

196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA is assigned to Pinecrest School (elementary), rated B-; West Ouachita High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Ouachita Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA compare to other homes in West Monroe 71292?

Among the 9,109 homes in West Monroe 71292, it is worth more than 38% of them ($101,112 against a typical $138,658), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($76 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,326 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (1.13 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1984 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Ouachita Parish County, it is worth more than 31% 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 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 Velma Dr, West Monroe, LA was $204. The county assessed it at $2,150.

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