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$162,649$156 / 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

56 BACKUS RD

RUSSELL, NY 13684
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,040 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.
2.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$163K
$145K low$181K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$162,649
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$130,119

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$423 (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.$65,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,409

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySt. Lawrence
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.70
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 325 ft²

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

M
Edwards-Knox Junior-Senior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.2 mi
E
Edwards-Knox Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.2 mi

District: Edwards-Knox Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13684These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.1,513
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,826
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

56 Backus 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 68% of homes in Russell 13684
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in St. Lawrence County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in St. Lawrence County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in St. Lawrence County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in St. Lawrence County

What homes are worth in Russell 13684

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

This home
$47K$340K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Russell 13684.

How it measures up in Russell 13684

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 13684.

Estimated value$162,649
CheaperTypical $129,966Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size2.7 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 56 Backus Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 13684St. Lawrence County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,64968% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15684% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²44% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.7 ac49% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than198762% of homes75% of homes

About 56 Backus Rd

How much is 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY is $162,649 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $144,551 to $180,747. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 2.70-acre lot.

When was 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY built?

56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY is assigned to Edwards-Knox Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated C+; Edwards-Knox Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Edwards-Knox Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY compare to other homes in Russell 13684?

Among the 685 homes in Russell 13684, it is worth more than 68% of them ($162,649 against a typical $129,966), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($156 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (2.7 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1987 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of St. Lawrence County, it is worth more than 60% 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 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 56 Backus Rd, Russell, NY was $423. The county assessed it at $65,300.

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