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$14,007$21 / 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 47How 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 $207,000 on Nov 12, 2014

249 S SAM

WEST HELENA, AR 72390
1
Baths
672 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$14K
$7K low$21K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$207,000 · Nov 12, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$24 (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.$400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$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.$2,000

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
22
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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.3 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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyPHILLIPS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Closed Piers
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 62 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Central High SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.6 mi
E
J.F. Wahl Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.9 mi

District: Helena-West Helena School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72390These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.171
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.142

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.7.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,995
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.192 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

249 S Sam 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 96% of homes in Phillips County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Phillips County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in West Helena 72390
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Phillips County

What homes are worth in West Helena 72390

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

This home
$12K$136K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in West Helena 72390.

How it measures up in West Helena 72390

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Helena 72390.

Estimated value$14,007
CheaperTypical $30,909Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$21
CheaperTypical $25Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

How 249 S Sam ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Helena 72390Phillips County
Estimated valuepricier than$14,0076% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2134% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than672 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac29% of homes20% of homes

About 249 S Sam

How much is 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR is $14,007 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $6,622 to $21,392. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR last sell?

249 S Sam, West Helena, AR last sold on Nov 12, 2014 for $207,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR?

249 S Sam, West Helena, AR has 1 bathrooms, 672 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

What schools serve 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR?

249 S Sam, West Helena, AR is assigned to Central High School (middle), rated F; J.F. Wahl Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Helena-West Helena School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR compare to other homes in West Helena 72390?

Among the 3,036 homes in West Helena 72390, it is worth more than 6% of them ($14,007 against a typical $30,909), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($21 against a typical $25), it is bigger than 3% of them (672 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac). Measured against all of Phillips County, it is worth more than 4% 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 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR?

The 2026 property tax bill for 249 S Sam, West Helena, AR was $24. The county assessed it at $400.

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