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$223,188$148 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $451,600 on Jul 17, 2023

8977 SASSAFRAS DR

BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
0
Baths
1,510 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.
4,292 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$223K
$214K low$233K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$451,600 · Jul 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,502 (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.$20,385 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,885
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,850

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyEAST BATON ROUGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Woodlawn High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Woodlawn Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Woodlawn Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: East Baton Rouge Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70817These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,431
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,388 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,494
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,238
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

8977 Sassafras Dr 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 79% of homes in Baton Rouge 70817
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Jefferson / Tiger Bend
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Baton Rouge 70817
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Baton Rouge 70817

What homes are worth in Baton Rouge 70817

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

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$135K$727K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Baton Rouge 70817.

How it measures up in Baton Rouge 70817

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baton Rouge 70817.

Estimated value$223,188
CheaperTypical $294,847Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,510 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,973 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size4,292 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 8977 Sassafras Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJefferson / Tiger BendBaton Rouge 70817East Baton Rouge Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,18831% of homes21% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14832% of homes46% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,510 ft²34% of homes20% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,292 ft²12% of homes8% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than199554% of homes64% of homes57% of homes

About 8977 Sassafras Dr

How much is 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is $223,188 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $213,840 to $232,536. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sell?

8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA last sold on Jul 17, 2023 for $451,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA has 1,510 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA built?

8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old.

What schools serve 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA is assigned to Woodlawn High School (high), rated D; Woodlawn Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Woodlawn Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA compare to other homes in Baton Rouge 70817?

Among the 14,082 homes in Baton Rouge 70817, it is worth more than 21% of them ($223,188 against a typical $294,847), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($148 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,510 ft² against a typical 1,973 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (4,292 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1995 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of East Baton Rouge Parish County, it is worth more than 53% 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 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8977 Sassafras Dr, Baton Rouge, LA was $1,502. The county assessed it at $20,385.

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