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$144,601
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 96How 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 $85,000 on Feb 11, 2005

279 CAPITOL DR

WESTWEGO, LA 70094
0
Baths
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$145K
$139K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Feb 11, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$203 (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.$9,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,610
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,500

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Emmett Gilbert School of Excellence at FordC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi
H
L. W. Higgins High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Jefferson Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70094These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,799
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.456 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,611
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,045
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 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

279 Capitol Dr 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 71% of homes in Jefferson Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Jefferson Parish County

What homes are worth in Westwego 70094

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

This home
$49K$420K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Westwego 70094.

How it measures up in Westwego 70094

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westwego 70094.

Estimated value$144,601
CheaperTypical $116,044Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

How 279 Capitol Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestwego 70094Jefferson Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,60168% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac23% of homes19% of homes

About 279 Capitol Dr

How much is 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA is $144,601 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $138,576 to $150,626. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA last sell?

279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA last sold on Feb 11, 2005 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA?

279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA is assigned to Emmett Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford (elementary), rated C-; L. W. Higgins High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Jefferson Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA compare to other homes in Westwego 70094?

Among the 10,970 homes in Westwego 70094, it is worth more than 68% of them ($144,601 against a typical $116,044) and its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.13 ac). Measured against all of Jefferson Parish County, it is worth more than 29% 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 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Capitol Dr, Westwego, LA was $203. The county assessed it at $9,050.

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