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$133,938$118 / 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 $95,500 on Jun 1, 2006

285 SIMS AVE

GRAMBLING, LA 71245
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,134 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$134K
$121K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,500 · Jun 1, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$980 (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.$8,474 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$945
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,529
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,683
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,738

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 316 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.

M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
E
Glen View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 4.0 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71245These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
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.4,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.644 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$33,915
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,585
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

285 Sims Ave 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 76% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Grambling 71245
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Grambling 71245
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Grambling 71245
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Grambling 71245

What homes are worth in Grambling 71245

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

This home
$51K$325K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Grambling 71245.

How it measures up in Grambling 71245

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grambling 71245.

Estimated value$133,938
CheaperTypical $131,984Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $86Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 285 Sims Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrambling 71245Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$133,93852% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11890% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,134 ft²18% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac22% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than200696% of homes79% of homes

About 285 Sims Ave

How much is 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA is $133,938 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $121,109 to $146,767. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA last sell?

285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA last sold on Jun 1, 2006 for $95,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA?

285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,134 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA built?

285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA was built in 2006, making it 20 years old.

What schools serve 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA?

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

How does 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA compare to other homes in Grambling 71245?

Among the 736 homes in Grambling 71245, it is worth more than 52% of them ($133,938 against a typical $131,984), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($118 against a typical $86), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,134 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2006 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 24% 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 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 285 Sims Ave, Grambling, LA was $980. The county assessed it at $8,474.

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