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$263,884$135 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $208,000 on Jul 19, 2017

284 JAMES ST

BENTON, LA 71006
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,950 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.
1.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$264K
$242K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$208,000 · Jul 19, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,469 (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.$19,597 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,137
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,597
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,971

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
43
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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
CountyBossier
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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

M
Benton Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Benton High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Kingston Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.1 mi

District: Bossier Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71006These 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.49
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 100.36

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.86 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,448
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,111
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.63%

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How this home compares

284 James St 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 69% of homes in Benton 71006
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Benton 71006
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Bossier Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Bossier Parish County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Benton 71006

What homes are worth in Benton 71006

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

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$70K$963K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Benton 71006.

How it measures up in Benton 71006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 71006.

Estimated value$263,884
CheaperTypical $349,631Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size1.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 284 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 71006Bossier Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$263,88431% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13525% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,950 ft²50% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.23 ac68% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than196911% of homes24% of homes

About 284 James St

How much is 284 James St, Benton, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 284 James St, Benton, LA is $263,884 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,993 to $285,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 284 James St, Benton, LA last sell?

284 James St, Benton, LA last sold on Jul 19, 2017 for $208,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 284 James St, Benton, LA?

284 James St, Benton, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,950 square feet of living space.

When was 284 James St, Benton, LA built?

284 James St, Benton, LA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old.

What schools serve 284 James St, Benton, LA?

284 James St, Benton, LA is assigned to Benton Middle School (middle), rated A; Benton High School (high), rated B+; Kingston Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Bossier Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 284 James St, Benton, LA compare to other homes in Benton 71006?

Among the 6,288 homes in Benton 71006, it is worth more than 31% of them ($263,884 against a typical $349,631), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($135 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,950 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (1.23 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1969 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Bossier Parish County, it is worth more than 60% 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 284 James St, Benton, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 284 James St, Benton, LA was $1,469. The county assessed it at $19,597.

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