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$236,986$219 / 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 91How 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 $215,000 on Dec 27, 2017

553 CAROL DR

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 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.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$237K
$216K low$258K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Dec 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,632 (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.$20,430 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,670
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,767

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.43
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
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.15 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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Jefferson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Riverdale High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Jefferson Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70121These 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.133
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 100.31

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,223
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,865 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,428
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,204
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

553 Carol 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 70% of homes in New Orleans 70121
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Jefferson Parish County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Jefferson Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Jefferson Parish County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Jefferson Parish County

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70121

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

This home
$57K$440K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in New Orleans 70121.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70121.

Estimated value$236,986
CheaperTypical $198,776Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,341 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 553 Carol Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Orleans 70121Jefferson Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,98670% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21978% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²22% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac51% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195736% of homes7% of homes

About 553 Carol Dr

How much is 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA is $236,986 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $215,795 to $258,177. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA last sell?

553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA last sold on Dec 27, 2017 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA?

553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA built?

553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old.

What schools serve 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA?

553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Riverdale High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Jefferson Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70121?

Among the 4,253 homes in New Orleans 70121, it is worth more than 70% of them ($236,986 against a typical $198,776), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($219 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,341 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1957 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Jefferson Parish County, it is worth more than 63% 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 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 Carol Dr, New Orleans, LA was $1,632. The county assessed it at $20,430.

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