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$89,093$46 / 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 91How 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 $71,300 on May 7, 2026

218 OLD SALEM RD

RUSK, TX 75785
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,956 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.
0.65 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

$89K
$81K low$97K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$71,300 · May 7, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$251 (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.$127,620 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,620

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 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
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Porch · 36 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.

E
Gw Bradford Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.4 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Rusk Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75785These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,238
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

218 Old Salem 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 less than 93% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Rusk 75785
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Older than 74% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Rusk 75785

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

This home
$66K$751K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Rusk 75785.

How it measures up in Rusk 75785

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rusk 75785.

Estimated value$89,093
CheaperTypical $188,285Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$46
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,956 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,475 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 218 Old Salem Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$89,0937% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,956 ft²72% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac38% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than197029% of homes26% of homes

About 218 Old Salem Rd

How much is 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX is $89,093 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $81,194 to $96,992. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX last sell?

218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX last sold on May 7, 2026 for $71,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX?

218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,956 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX built?

218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX?

218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX is assigned to Gw Bradford Primary School (elementary); Rusk High School (high), rated C-; Rusk Jr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Rusk Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,273 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than 7% of them ($89,093 against a typical $188,285), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($46 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,956 ft² against a typical 1,475 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1970 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 9% 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 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Old Salem Rd, Rusk, TX was $251. The county assessed it at $127,620.

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