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$225,090$130 / 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 90How 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

253 FOREST AVE

LUDLOW, KY 41016
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,728 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.
2,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$225K
$203K low$247K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,220 (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.$170,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,000

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.40
14
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyKENTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Mary A. Goetz Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Ludlow High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Ludlow Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 41016These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.212
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,689
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,782 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,149
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

253 Forest Ave 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 more than 74% of homes in Covington 41016
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Kenton County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Covington 41016
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Kenton County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Kenton County

What homes are worth in Covington 41016

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

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$79K$424K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Covington 41016.

How it measures up in Covington 41016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Covington 41016.

Estimated value$225,090
CheaperTypical $180,328Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size2,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 253 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCovington 41016Kenton County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,09074% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13039% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²76% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,800 ft²29% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than191325% of homes9% of homes

About 253 Forest Ave

How much is 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY is $225,090 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $203,171 to $247,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY last sell?

253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY?

253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY built?

253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY?

253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY is assigned to Mary A. Goetz Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Ludlow High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Ludlow Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY compare to other homes in Covington 41016?

Among the 2,345 homes in Covington 41016, it is worth more than 74% of them ($225,090 against a typical $180,328), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($130 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (2,800 ft² against a typical 3,485 ft²) and it is newer than 25% of them (1913 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Kenton County, it is worth more than 33% 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 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Forest Ave, Ludlow, KY was $2,220. The county assessed it at $170,000.

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