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$283,985$153 / 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 94How 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

2802 TARA DR

RUSTON, LA 71270
2
Baths
1,860 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.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$284K
$268K low$300K high
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.$283,985
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$227,188

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,858 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$21,762 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,308
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,454
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,622
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$217,621

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.62
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.95 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 672 ft²

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
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 mi
H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71270These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°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.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

2802 Tara 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 more than 69% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Ruston 71270

What homes are worth in Ruston 71270

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

This home
$40K$746K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Ruston 71270.

How it measures up in Ruston 71270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruston 71270.

Estimated value$283,985
CheaperTypical $227,208Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2802 Tara Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,98566% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15363% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,860 ft²64% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac61% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199565% of homes64% of homes

About 2802 Tara Dr

How much is 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA is $283,985 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $267,564 to $300,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA?

2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA has 2 bathrooms, 1,860 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA built?

2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old.

What schools serve 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA?

2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary); Ruston High School (high), rated A-; Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,415 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 66% of them ($283,985 against a typical $227,208), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($153 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,860 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1995 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 69% 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 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2802 Tara Dr, Ruston, LA was $1,858. The county assessed it at $21,762.

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