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$155,547$107 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $155,000 on May 27, 2026

256 FOREST RIDGE RD

ROYAL, AR 71968
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,458 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.
7.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$156K
$140K low$171K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · May 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,380 (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.$31,070 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,110
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$155,350

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyGARLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.76
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 433 ft²Patio · 433 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Lake Hamilton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 3.7 mi
E
Lake Hamilton Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.8 mi
H
Lake Hamilton High SchoolB-
High · Grades 10–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Lake Hamilton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71968These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.145
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,707
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,692
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,330
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

256 Forest Ridge Rd 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 80% of homes in Royal 71968
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Royal 71968
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Garland County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Royal 71968

What homes are worth in Royal 71968

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

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$54K$1M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Royal 71968.

How it measures up in Royal 71968

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Royal 71968.

Estimated value$155,547
CheaperTypical $296,674Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$107
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,458 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size7.76 ac
SmallerTypical 2.9 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 256 Forest Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoyal 71968Garland County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,54720% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10715% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,458 ft²45% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.76 ac80% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than196312% of homes23% of homes

About 256 Forest Ridge Rd

How much is 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR is $155,547 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $139,653 to $171,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR last sell?

256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR last sold on May 27, 2026 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR?

256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,458 square feet of living space and a 7.76-acre lot.

When was 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR built?

256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR?

256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR is assigned to Lake Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated B; Lake Hamilton Primary School (elementary); Lake Hamilton High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Lake Hamilton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR compare to other homes in Royal 71968?

Among the 2,494 homes in Royal 71968, it is worth more than 20% of them ($155,547 against a typical $296,674), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($107 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,458 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (7.76 ac against a typical 2.9 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1963 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Garland County, it is worth more than 26% 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 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Forest Ridge Rd, Royal, AR was $1,380. The county assessed it at $31,070.

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