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$103,760$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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $200,000 on Feb 17, 2023

4288 HESTER

HESTER, LA 70743
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,066 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$104K
$86K low$122K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Feb 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,881 (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.$17,559 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,896
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,663
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,559
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,585

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.64
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.132 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.79%
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 SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.6 mi
M
Lutcher High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.3 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

4288 Hester 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 95% of homes in Hester 70743
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Saint James County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Hester 70743
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Saint James County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Hester 70743

What homes are worth in Hester 70743

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

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$61K$299K

This home is worth more than 5% 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$103,760
CheaperTypical $184,979Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,066 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 4288 Hester ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHester 70743Saint James County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,7605% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9768% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,066 ft²9% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac57% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than194020% of homes23% of homes

About 4288 Hester

How much is 4288 Hester, Hester, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4288 Hester, Hester, LA is $103,760 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $85,696 to $121,824. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4288 Hester, Hester, LA last sell?

4288 Hester, Hester, LA last sold on Feb 17, 2023 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4288 Hester, Hester, LA?

4288 Hester, Hester, LA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,066 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 4288 Hester, Hester, LA built?

4288 Hester, Hester, LA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old.

What schools serve 4288 Hester, Hester, LA?

4288 Hester, Hester, LA is assigned to Paulina Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lutcher High School (middle), rated B. All sit in St. James Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4288 Hester, Hester, LA compare to other homes in Hester 70743?

Among the 110 homes in Hester 70743, it is worth more than 5% of them ($103,760 against a typical $184,979), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($97 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,066 ft² against a typical 2,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1940 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Saint James County, it is worth more than 27% 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 4288 Hester, Hester, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4288 Hester, Hester, LA was $1,881. The county assessed it at $17,559.

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