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$588,033$243 / 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 79How 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 $415,000 on Jul 26, 2021

96 WHISPERING FOREST DR

MOUNTAIN HOME, AR 72653
3
Baths
2,420 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.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$588K
$466K low$710K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$415,000 · Jul 26, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,760 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$71,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$357,000

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.48
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.6 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.minimal

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
CountyBaxter
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Fiberglass
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 455 ft²Patio · 455 ft²Porch · 216 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Pinkston Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 4.0 mi
E
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 5.2 mi
H
Mountain Home Career AcademiesB
High · Grades 8–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Mountain Home School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72653These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.131
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,950
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.128 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,426
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

96 Whispering Forest 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 more than 95% of homes in Baxter County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Mountain Home 72653
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Baxter County

What homes are worth in Mountain Home 72653

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

This home
$84K$784K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Mountain Home 72653.

How it measures up in Mountain Home 72653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mountain Home 72653.

Estimated value$588,033
CheaperTypical $239,537Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,420 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 96 Whispering Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMountain Home 72653Baxter County
Estimated valuepricier than$588,03394% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24389% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,420 ft²89% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than200661% of homes57% of homes

About 96 Whispering Forest Dr

How much is 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR is $588,033 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $465,668 to $710,398. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR last sell?

96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR last sold on Jul 26, 2021 for $415,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR?

96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR has 3 bathrooms and 2,420 square feet of living space.

When was 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR built?

96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR?

96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR is assigned to Pinkston Middle School (middle), rated A-; Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School (elementary); Mountain Home Career Academies (high), rated B. All sit in Mountain Home School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR compare to other homes in Mountain Home 72653?

Among the 14,337 homes in Mountain Home 72653, it is worth more than 94% of them ($588,033 against a typical $239,537), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($243 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,420 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²) and it is newer than 61% of them (2006 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Baxter County, it is worth more than 95% 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 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR?

The 2024 property tax bill for 96 Whispering Forest Dr, Mountain Home, AR was $2,760. The county assessed it at $71,400.

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