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$185,000$137 / 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 88How 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

243 FM 343 E

RUSK, TX 75785
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,350 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.
0.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$185K
$163K low$207K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$784 (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.$157,040 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,840
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$159,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,040

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.17
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.0.85
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.Garage, Attached
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 · 40 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 · 0.8 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

243 Fm 343 E 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Rusk 75785

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 49% 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$185,000
CheaperTypical $188,285Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,475 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 243 Fm 343 E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,00049% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13766% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²42% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac43% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than199253% of homes49% of homes

About 243 Fm 343 E

How much is 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX is $185,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $162,758 to $207,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX last sell?

243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX?

243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 0.85-acre lot.

When was 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX built?

243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX was built in 1992, making it 34 years old.

What schools serve 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX?

243 Fm 343 E, 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 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,273 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than 49% of them ($185,000 against a typical $188,285), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($137 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,475 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1992 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 40% 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 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Fm 343 E, Rusk, TX was $784. The county assessed it at $157,040.

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