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$245,323$104 / 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 95How 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 $178,050 on Jul 27, 2022

5979 VALERIE DR

ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,359 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$245K
$233K 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.$178,050 · Jul 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,170 (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.$16,700 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,000

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.21 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
CountyRapides
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Mabel Brasher Montessori SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Alexandria Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Scott M. Brame Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Rapides Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71303These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.21,662
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.334 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,518
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,187
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

5979 Valerie 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 78% of homes in Rapides Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Alexandria 71303
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Rapides Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Rapides Parish County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Rapides Parish County

What homes are worth in Alexandria 71303

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

This home
$68K$585K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Alexandria 71303.

How it measures up in Alexandria 71303

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 71303.

Estimated value$245,323
CheaperTypical $214,036Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area2,359 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,883 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 5979 Valerie Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 71303Rapides Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,32360% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10432% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,359 ft²74% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac13% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than200789% of homes91% of homes

About 5979 Valerie Dr

How much is 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA is $245,323 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,643 to $258,003. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA last sell?

5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA last sold on Jul 27, 2022 for $178,050, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA?

5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,359 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA built?

5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA was built in 2007, making it 19 years old.

What schools serve 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA?

5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA is assigned to Mabel Brasher Montessori School (elementary), rated D; Alexandria Senior High School (high), rated B; Scott M. Brame Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Rapides Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA compare to other homes in Alexandria 71303?

Among the 6,893 homes in Alexandria 71303, it is worth more than 60% of them ($245,323 against a typical $214,036), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($104 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,359 ft² against a typical 1,883 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2007 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Rapides Parish County, it is worth more than 78% 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 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5979 Valerie Dr, Alexandria, LA was $1,170. The county assessed it at $16,700.

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