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$175,354$118 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

245 FM 2972 W

RUSK, TX 75785
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,484 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$175K
$143K low$208K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,927 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$171,250 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,250

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.0.39
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 180 ft²Porch · 116 ft²

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 · 2.3 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 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

245 Fm 2972 W 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Older than 65% 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.

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$70K$677K

This home is worth more than 46% 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$175,354
CheaperTypical $184,900Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 245 Fm 2972 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,35446% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11853% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²50% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac27% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than197839% of homes35% of homes

About 245 Fm 2972 W

How much is 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX is $175,354 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $142,926 to $207,782. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX last sell?

245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX built?

245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX was built in 1978, making it 48 years old.

What schools serve 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

245 Fm 2972 W, 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 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,275 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than 46% of them ($175,354 against a typical $184,900), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($118 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1978 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 38% 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 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 245 Fm 2972 W, Rusk, TX was $2,927. The county assessed it at $171,250.

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