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$252,332$84 / 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 95How 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

3497 DENISE

HESTER, LA 70743
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,019 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$252K
$239K low$266K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,874 (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.$45,495 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,495
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,495
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$454,950

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.65
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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.73 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.97%
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.0.2 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
CountySaint James
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90

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

E
Paulina Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.5 mi
M
Lutcher High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.0 mi

District: St. James Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70743These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.219
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,997
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

3497 Denise 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 96% of homes in Saint James County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Hester 70743
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Saint James County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Saint James County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Saint James County

What homes are worth in Hester 70743

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

This home
$58K$342K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Hester 70743.

How it measures up in Hester 70743

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hester 70743.

Estimated value$252,332
CheaperTypical $177,447Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area3,019 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 3497 Denise ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHester 70743Saint James County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,33292% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8432% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than3,019 ft²90% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac49% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than202085% of homes97% of homes

About 3497 Denise

How much is 3497 Denise, Hester, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3497 Denise, Hester, LA is $252,332 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $238,926 to $265,738. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3497 Denise, Hester, LA last sell?

3497 Denise, Hester, LA last sold on May 28, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3497 Denise, Hester, LA?

3497 Denise, Hester, LA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,019 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 3497 Denise, Hester, LA built?

3497 Denise, Hester, LA was built in 2020, making it 6 years old.

What schools serve 3497 Denise, Hester, LA?

3497 Denise, Hester, LA is assigned to Paulina Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Lutcher High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in St. James Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3497 Denise, Hester, LA compare to other homes in Hester 70743?

Among the 110 homes in Hester 70743, it is worth more than 92% of them ($252,332 against a typical $177,447), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($84 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,019 ft² against a typical 2,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2020 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Saint James County, it is worth more than 96% 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 3497 Denise, Hester, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3497 Denise, Hester, LA was $4,874. The county assessed it at $45,495.

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