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$359,345$187 / 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 86How 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 $25,950 on Jun 19, 2002

8517 HICKORY ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
6
Beds
2
Baths
1,923 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$359K
$310K low$408K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,950 · Jun 19, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,693 (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.$20,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,600

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.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyOrleans
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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

E
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and ScienceB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70118These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
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.33,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,231
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

8517 Hickory 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 70% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in New Orleans 70118
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Leonidas
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in New Orleans 70118
  • Older than 69% of homes in Orleans Parish County

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70118

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

This home
$86K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in New Orleans 70118.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70118.

Estimated value$359,345
CheaperTypical $395,216Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,923 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,846 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 8517 Hickory St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeonidasNew Orleans 70118Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$359,34565% of homes46% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18734% of homes31% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,923 ft²68% of homes54% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²14% of homes11% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193664% of homes65% of homes31% of homes

About 8517 Hickory St

How much is 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA is $359,345 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $310,314 to $408,376. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Jun 19, 2002 for $25,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA?

8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,923 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA built?

8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA?

8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (elementary), rated B. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70118?

Among the 10,122 homes in New Orleans 70118, it is worth more than 46% of them ($359,345 against a typical $395,216), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($187 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,923 ft² against a typical 1,846 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 4,312 ft²) and it is newer than 65% of them (1936 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Orleans Parish County, it is worth more than 70% 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 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8517 Hickory St, New Orleans, LA was $2,693. The county assessed it at $20,400.

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