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$225,021$162 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

970 JAMES MADISON DR

BENTON, AR 72019
2
Baths
1,387 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$225K
$190K low$260K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,242 (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.$32,979 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,259
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,979
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,895

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.56
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountySaline
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 128 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

E
Ringgold Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.3 mi
H
Benton High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 4.3 mi
M
Benton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 4.5 mi

District: Benton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72019These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.155
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,096
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.176 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,591
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,634
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

970 James Madison 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 71% of homes in Benton 72019
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Benton 72019
  • Among the smallest lots in Benton 72019
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Saline County

What homes are worth in Benton 72019

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

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$102K$777K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Benton 72019.

How it measures up in Benton 72019

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 72019.

Estimated value$225,021
CheaperTypical $301,608Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,387 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,918 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 970 James Madison Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 72019Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,02129% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16256% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,387 ft²20% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 acalmost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than201279% of homes83% of homes

About 970 James Madison Dr

How much is 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR is $225,021 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $190,397 to $259,645. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR last sell?

970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR last sold on Jul 11, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR?

970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR has 2 bathrooms, 1,387 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR built?

970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR?

970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR is assigned to Ringgold Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Benton High School (high), rated A; Benton Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Benton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR compare to other homes in Benton 72019?

Among the 11,784 homes in Benton 72019, it is worth more than 29% of them ($225,021 against a typical $301,608), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($162 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,387 ft² against a typical 1,918 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2012 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 40% 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 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 James Madison Dr, Benton, AR was $1,242. The county assessed it at $32,979.

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