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$378,064$316 / 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

489 NELSON RD

RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY 42642
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,196 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.
27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$378K
$337K low$419K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$846 (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.$91,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,200

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.58
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.25 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
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.27.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 192 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Jamestown Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Russell County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Russell County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Russell County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 42642These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,386
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,857
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

489 Nelson 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 more than 95% of homes in Russell Springs 42642
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Russell Springs 42642
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Russell Springs 42642
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Russell Springs 42642

What homes are worth in Russell Springs 42642

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

This home
$16K$468K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Russell Springs 42642.

How it measures up in Russell Springs 42642

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell Springs 42642.

Estimated value$378,064
CheaperTypical $152,009Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$316
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 489 Nelson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell Springs 42642Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,06495% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31698% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²44% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than27 ac94% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than199966% of homes64% of homes

About 489 Nelson Rd

How much is 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY is $378,064 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $336,640 to $419,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 27.00-acre lot.

When was 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY built?

489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY is assigned to Jamestown Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Russell County Middle School (middle), rated B; Russell County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Russell County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY compare to other homes in Russell Springs 42642?

Among the 7,486 homes in Russell Springs 42642, it is worth more than 95% of them ($378,064 against a typical $152,009), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($316 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (27 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1999 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 94% 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 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 489 Nelson Rd, Russell Springs, KY was $846. The county assessed it at $91,200.

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