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$400,492$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 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 $255,250 on Jan 23, 2015

720 CANTON ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,565 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$400K
$366K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,250 · Jan 23, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,780 (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.$29,530 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,230
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$224,533

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.44
53
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.
62
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.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
Jefferson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Riverdale High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

720 Canton St 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 97% of homes in New Orleans 70121
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in New Orleans 70121
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in New Orleans 70121
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in New Orleans 70121

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$433K

This home is worth more than 97% 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$400,492
CheaperTypical $198,119Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,565 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,341 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

How 720 Canton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Orleans 70121Jefferson Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$400,49297% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15630% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,565 ft²96% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac95% of homes94% of homes

About 720 Canton St

How much is 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA is $400,492 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $365,862 to $435,122. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Jan 23, 2015 for $255,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA?

720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,565 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

What schools serve 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA?

720 Canton St, 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 720 Canton St, 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 97% of them ($400,492 against a typical $198,119), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($156 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,565 ft² against a typical 1,341 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.13 ac). Measured against all of Jefferson Parish County, it is worth more than 90% 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 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 720 Canton St, New Orleans, LA was $2,780. The county assessed it at $29,530.

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