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$159,777$173 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Aug 22, 2016

8617 JAMES R RD

FAIRDALE, KY 40118
1
Baths
925 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$160K
$151K low$169K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Aug 22, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,576 (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.$151,370 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$93,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,370

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.49
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 60 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Fairdale High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Lassiter Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Coral Ridge Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40118These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,290
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.671 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,182
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,118
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

8617 James R 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 less than 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Fairdale 40118

What homes are worth in Fairdale 40118

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

This home
$109K$375K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Fairdale 40118.

How it measures up in Fairdale 40118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairdale 40118.

Estimated value$159,777
CheaperTypical $194,748Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area925 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,106 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 8617 James R Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairdaleFairdale 40118Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,77722% of homes21% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17353% of homes53% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than925 ft²21% of homes22% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac39% of homes33% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than196340% of homes47% of homes49% of homes

About 8617 James R Rd

How much is 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY is $159,777 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $150,705 to $168,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY last sell?

8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY last sold on Aug 22, 2016 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY?

8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY has 1 bathrooms, 925 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY built?

8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY?

8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY is assigned to Fairdale High School (high), rated F; Lassiter Middle School (middle), rated D+; Coral Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY compare to other homes in Fairdale 40118?

Among the 3,479 homes in Fairdale 40118, it is worth more than 21% of them ($159,777 against a typical $194,748), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($173 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 22% of them (925 ft² against a typical 1,106 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1963 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 16% 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 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8617 James R Rd, Fairdale, KY was $1,576. The county assessed it at $151,370.

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