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$413,506$175 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $478,798 on May 11, 2023

289 FOREST HILLS DR

RUSK, TX 75785
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,364 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.
1.99 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
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$414K
$385K low$442K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$478,798 · May 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,414 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$364,840 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$341,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$364,840

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.56
51
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.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.99
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 407 ft²Porch · 192 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
Gw Bradford Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.2 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Rusk Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75785These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,238
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

289 Forest Hills 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 91% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Rusk 75785

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

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$70K$677K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Rusk 75785.

How it measures up in Rusk 75785

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rusk 75785.

Estimated value$413,506
CheaperTypical $184,900Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,364 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size1.99 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 289 Forest Hills Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$413,50691% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17586% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than2,364 ft²82% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.99 ac61% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than199560% of homes55% of homes

About 289 Forest Hills Dr

How much is 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX is $413,506 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $384,699 to $442,313. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX last sell?

289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX last sold on May 11, 2023 for $478,798, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX?

289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,364 square feet of living space and a 1.99-acre lot.

When was 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX built?

289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX?

289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX is assigned to Gw Bradford Primary School (elementary); Rusk High School (high), rated C+; Rusk Jr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Rusk Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,275 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than 91% of them ($413,506 against a typical $184,900), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($175 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,364 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.99 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1995 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 80% 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 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 289 Forest Hills Dr, Rusk, TX was $6,414. The county assessed it at $364,840.

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