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$135,142$122 / 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 86How 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

279 OLD COLUMBIA RD

RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY 42642
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,104 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$135K
$116K low$154K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$333 (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.$85,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$85,000

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.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 330 ft²

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

H
Russell County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Russell County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
E
Russell Springs Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi

District: Russell County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 42642These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.13,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,386
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,857
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.55%

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How this home compares

279 Old Columbia 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.

  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Russell Springs 42642
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Russell Springs 42642
  • Older than 78% of homes in Russell County

What homes are worth in Russell Springs 42642

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

This home
$18K$426K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Russell Springs 42642.

How it measures up in Russell Springs 42642

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell Springs 42642.

Estimated value$135,142
CheaperTypical $142,316Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 279 Old Columbia Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell Springs 42642Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,14247% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12245% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²35% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac24% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than198523% of homes22% of homes

About 279 Old Columbia Rd

How much is 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY is $135,142 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $116,498 to $153,786. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY built?

279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY is assigned to Russell County High School (high), rated C-; Russell County Middle School (middle), rated B; Russell Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Russell County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY compare to other homes in Russell Springs 42642?

Among the 7,486 homes in Russell Springs 42642, it is worth more than 47% of them ($135,142 against a typical $142,316), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($122 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1985 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 51% 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 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Old Columbia Rd, Russell Springs, KY was $333. The county assessed it at $85,000.

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