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$150,383$136 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $38,000 on Aug 2, 1989

520 RIVER OAKS DR

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70131
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,104 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$150K
$131K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,000 · Aug 2, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,900

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1 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
CountyOrleans
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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

E
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/TechnologyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 5.4 mi
M
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and ScienceC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 6.6 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70131These 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.60
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 100.25

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,883
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,584 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,840
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,239
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°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.58%

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How this home compares

520 River Oaks 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 less than 89% of homes in Old Aurora
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Old Aurora
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in New Orleans 70131
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Old Aurora
  • Older than 79% of homes in New Orleans 70131

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70131

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

This home
$79K$829K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in New Orleans 70131.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70131

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70131.

Estimated value$150,383
CheaperTypical $232,447Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,021 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 520 River Oaks Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld AuroraNew Orleans 70131Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,38311% of homes17% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13681% of homes79% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²8% of homes7% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac10% of homes19% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196032% of homes21% of homes63% of homes

About 520 River Oaks Dr

How much is 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA is $150,383 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $131,194 to $169,572. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA last sell?

520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA last sold on Aug 2, 1989 for $38,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA?

520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA built?

520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA?

520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology (elementary), rated C-; Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (middle), rated C-. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 River Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70131?

Among the 8,216 homes in New Orleans 70131, it is worth more than 17% of them ($150,383 against a typical $232,447), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($136 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 2,021 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1960 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Orleans Parish County, it is worth more than 22% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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