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$67,327
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 84How 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 $28,000 on Oct 13, 2011

228 MECHANIC ST

FRANKLIN, LA 70538
0
Baths

Valuation

$67K
$57K low$78K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,000 · Oct 13, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$409 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,219 (2023)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$626
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,593
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,219
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$42,190

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.30
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
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.60 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.98%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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 Mary

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.

H
Franklin Sr. High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Franklin Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
LaGrange Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi

District: St. Mary Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70538These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,862
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,901
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°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.60%

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How this home compares

228 Mechanic 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.

  • Worth less than 65% of homes in Saint Mary County

What homes are worth in Franklin 70538

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

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$15K$368K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Franklin 70538.

How it measures up in Franklin 70538

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 70538.

Estimated value$67,327
CheaperTypical $74,593Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

How 228 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 70538Saint Mary County
Estimated valuepricier than$67,32744% of homes35% of homes

About 228 Mechanic St

How much is 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA is $67,327 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $56,881 to $77,773. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA last sell?

228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA last sold on Oct 13, 2011 for $28,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA?

228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA is assigned to Franklin Sr. High School (high), rated D+; Franklin Junior High School (middle), rated D+; LaGrange Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in St. Mary Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA?

The 2023 property tax bill for 228 Mechanic St, Franklin, LA was $409. The county assessed it at $4,219.

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