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$320,284$205 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $79,900 on May 26, 2016

256 BEN RULEY ROAD

FRANKLIN, KY 42134
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,560 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$320K
$297K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$79,900 · May 26, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$49,534
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$39,627
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.89%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$270,750
ABOUND FCU · recorded Sep 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,457 (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.$280,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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
CountySimpson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 377 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Simpson Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 6.7 mi
H
Franklin-Simpson High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Franklin-Simpson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.1 mi

District: Simpson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 42134These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,092
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.94 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,598
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,629
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

256 Ben Ruley Road 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 Franklin 42134
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Franklin 42134
  • Among the newest homes in Franklin 42134

What homes are worth in Franklin 42134

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

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$74K$635K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Franklin 42134.

How it measures up in Franklin 42134

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 42134.

Estimated value$320,284
CheaperTypical $236,255Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 256 Ben Ruley Road ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 42134
Estimated valuepricier than$320,28474% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20588% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac78% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homes

About 256 Ben Ruley Road

How much is 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY is $320,284 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $296,982 to $343,586. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY last sell?

256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY last sold on May 26, 2016 for $79,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY?

256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY built?

256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY?

256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY is assigned to Simpson Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Franklin-Simpson High School (high), rated B+; Franklin-Simpson Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Simpson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY compare to other homes in Franklin 42134?

Among the 6,763 homes in Franklin 42134, it is worth more than 74% of them ($320,284 against a typical $236,255), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($205 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1978). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Ben Ruley Road, Franklin, KY was $2,457. The county assessed it at $280,000.

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