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$156,592$91 / 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 89How 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

3945 FOREST DR

PORT ARTHUR, TX 77642
0
Baths
1,720 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.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$157K
$140K low$173K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,867 (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.$137,118 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,742
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,378
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$124,653
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,120

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.46
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
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.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 156 ft²

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

E
Tyrrell Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Memorial High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Port Arthur Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77642These 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.120
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 100.21

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.9.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.719 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,969
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,940
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

3945 Forest 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 68% of homes in Port Arthur 77642
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Port Arthur 77642
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Port Arthur 77642

What homes are worth in Port Arthur 77642

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

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$61K$383K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Port Arthur 77642.

How it measures up in Port Arthur 77642

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Port Arthur 77642.

Estimated value$156,592
CheaperTypical $125,278Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $90Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,394 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 3945 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePort Arthur 77642Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,59268% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9151% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,720 ft²74% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac80% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than196264% of homes38% of homes

About 3945 Forest Dr

How much is 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX is $156,592 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $140,020 to $173,164. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX last sell?

3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX last sold on Dec 19, 2007, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX?

3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX has 1,720 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX built?

3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX?

3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX is assigned to Tyrrell Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Thomas Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated C-; Memorial High School (high), rated D. All sit in Port Arthur Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX compare to other homes in Port Arthur 77642?

Among the 10,481 homes in Port Arthur 77642, it is worth more than 68% of them ($156,592 against a typical $125,278), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($91 against a typical $90), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,720 ft² against a typical 1,394 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1962 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 44% 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 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3945 Forest Dr, Port Arthur, TX was $1,867. The county assessed it at $137,118.

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