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$70,787$68 / 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 74How 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 $35,000 on Oct 6, 2020

617 MCDONALD AVE

RUSTON, LA 71270
1
Baths
1,038 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$71K
$52K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Oct 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$560 (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.$6,565 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,395
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,727
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$65,640

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 84 ft²

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.

H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.1 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71270These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

617 Mcdonald Ave 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 94% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Ruston 71270

What homes are worth in Ruston 71270

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

This home
$43K$691K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Ruston 71270.

How it measures up in Ruston 71270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruston 71270.

Estimated value$70,787
CheaperTypical $228,448Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$68
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,038 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 617 Mcdonald Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,7877% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6810% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,038 ft²12% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac33% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than19404% of homes5% of homes

About 617 Mcdonald Ave

How much is 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA is $70,787 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $52,073 to $89,501. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA last sell?

617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA last sold on Oct 6, 2020 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA?

617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA has 1 bathrooms, 1,038 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA built?

617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old.

What schools serve 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA?

617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA is assigned to Ruston High School (high), rated A-; Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary); Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,410 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 7% of them ($70,787 against a typical $228,448), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($68 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,038 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1940 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 6% 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 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 617 Mcdonald Ave, Ruston, LA was $560. The county assessed it at $6,565.

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