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$97,592$97 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $82,000 on Sep 19, 2019

3 BACKUS RD

RUSSELL, NY 13684
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$98K
$86K low$109K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$82,000 · Sep 19, 2019
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.$31,992
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$25,594
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.78%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$65,600
COMMUNITY BK NA · recorded Sep 19, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,517 (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.$41,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,545

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.39
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySt. Lawrence
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 96 ft²

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

M
Edwards-Knox Junior-Senior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.0 mi
E
Edwards-Knox Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.0 mi

District: Edwards-Knox Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13684These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.1,513
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,826
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

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

3 Backus 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.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Russell 13684
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in St. Lawrence County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Russell 13684
  • Newer than 68% of homes in St. Lawrence County

What homes are worth in Russell 13684

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

This home
$48K$354K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Russell 13684.

How it measures up in Russell 13684

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 13684.

Estimated value$97,592
CheaperTypical $130,074Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 3.3 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 3 Backus Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 13684St. Lawrence County
Estimated valuepricier than$97,59224% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9744% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²42% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac31% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than197851% of homes68% of homes

About 3 Backus Rd

How much is 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY is $97,592 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $86,131 to $109,053. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY last sell?

3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY last sold on Sep 19, 2019 for $82,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY built?

3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY is assigned to Edwards-Knox Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated C+; Edwards-Knox Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Edwards-Knox Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY compare to other homes in Russell 13684?

Among the 685 homes in Russell 13684, it is worth more than 24% of them ($97,592 against a typical $130,074), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($97 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 3.3 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1978 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of St. Lawrence County, it is worth more than 29% 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 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3 Backus Rd, Russell, NY was $1,517. The county assessed it at $41,600.

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