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$198,506$63 / 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 88How 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

8285 HIGGINBOTHAM RD

MER ROUGE, LA 71261
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,146 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$199K
$175K low$222K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,079 (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.$10,814 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,994
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,028
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$108,144

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.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%
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
CountyMorehouse
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 299 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.

E
Delta Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.9 mi
H
Bastrop High SchoolD-
High · Grades 7–12 · 11.5 mi

District: Morehouse Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71261These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.128
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,119
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$33,484
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,390
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

8285 Higginbotham 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 77% of homes in Morehouse Parish County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Morehouse Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Mer Rouge 71261
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Morehouse Parish County

What homes are worth in Mer Rouge 71261

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

This home
$55K$437K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Mer Rouge 71261.

How it measures up in Mer Rouge 71261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mer Rouge 71261.

Estimated value$198,506
CheaperTypical $134,710Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$63
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area3,146 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,786 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.96 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8285 Higginbotham Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMer Rouge 71261Morehouse Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,50675% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6347% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than3,146 ft²82% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac79% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than198257% of homes69% of homes

About 8285 Higginbotham Rd

How much is 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA is $198,506 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $175,352 to $221,660. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA last sell?

8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA last sold on Nov 13, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA?

8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,146 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA built?

8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old.

What schools serve 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA?

8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA is assigned to Delta Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Bastrop High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Morehouse Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA compare to other homes in Mer Rouge 71261?

Among the 725 homes in Mer Rouge 71261, it is worth more than 75% of them ($198,506 against a typical $134,710), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($63 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,146 ft² against a typical 1,786 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (3 ac against a typical 0.96 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1982 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Morehouse Parish County, it is worth more than 77% 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 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8285 Higginbotham Rd, Mer Rouge, LA was $1,079. The county assessed it at $10,814.

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