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$967,041$125 / 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 85How 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

8728 FM 23 W

RUSK, TX 75785
0
Baths
7,716 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.
58.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$967K
$826K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,366 (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.$892,740 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$213,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$679,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,054,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$892,740

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.66
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.93 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Rural Residence
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.58.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 962 ft²

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

M
Rusk Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.0 mi
H
Rusk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.1 mi
E
Gw Bradford Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 8.5 mi

District: Rusk Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75785These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,238
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8728 Fm 23 W 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Rusk 75785
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Rusk 75785
  • Among the largest homes in Rusk 75785
  • Among the largest lots in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Rusk 75785

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

This home
$59K$684K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Rusk 75785.

How it measures up in Rusk 75785

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rusk 75785.

Estimated value$967,041
CheaperTypical $177,096Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $108Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area7,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size58.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 8728 Fm 23 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRusk 75785Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$967,041almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12566% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than7,716 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than58.5 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199661% of homes56% of homes

About 8728 Fm 23 W

How much is 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX is $967,041 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $825,526 to $1,108,557. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX last sell?

8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX last sold on Sep 16, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX?

8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX has 7,716 square feet of living space and a 58.50-acre lot.

When was 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX built?

8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX was built in 1996, making it 30 years old.

What schools serve 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX?

8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX is assigned to Rusk Jr High School (middle), rated B+; Rusk High School (high), rated C-; Gw Bradford Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rusk Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX compare to other homes in Rusk 75785?

Among the 4,131 homes in Rusk 75785, it is worth more than almost all of them ($967,041 against a typical $177,096), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($125 against a typical $108), it is bigger than almost all of them (7,716 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (58.5 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1996 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 97% 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 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8728 Fm 23 W, Rusk, TX was $3,366. The county assessed it at $892,740.

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