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$145,891$98 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $105,000 on Feb 18, 2010

3903 MERTENS ST

ALEXANDRIA, LA 71302
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,493 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.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$146K
$134K low$157K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Feb 18, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$423 (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.$11,500 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyRapides
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Martin Park Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Peabody Magnet High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Rapides Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71302These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.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.29%
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.12,490
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.189 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

3903 Mertens 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 more than 83% of homes in Alexandria 71302
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Alexandria 71302
  • Older than 67% of homes in Rapides Parish County

What homes are worth in Alexandria 71302

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

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$17K$364K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Alexandria 71302.

How it measures up in Alexandria 71302

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 71302.

Estimated value$145,891
CheaperTypical $59,865Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $45Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,493 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 3903 Mertens St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 71302Rapides Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,89183% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9886% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,493 ft²52% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than196344% of homes33% of homes

About 3903 Mertens St

How much is 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA is $145,891 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $134,350 to $157,432. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA last sell?

3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA last sold on Feb 18, 2010 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA?

3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,493 square feet of living space.

When was 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA built?

3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old.

What schools serve 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA?

3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA is assigned to Martin Park Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School (middle), rated C+; Peabody Magnet High School (high), rated D. All sit in Rapides Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA compare to other homes in Alexandria 71302?

Among the 5,177 homes in Alexandria 71302, it is worth more than 83% of them ($145,891 against a typical $59,865), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($98 against a typical $45), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,493 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²) and it is newer than 44% of them (1963 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Rapides Parish County, it is worth more than 51% 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 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3903 Mertens St, Alexandria, LA was $423. The county assessed it at $11,500.

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