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$127,473$100 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

974 RIPLEY AVE

ASHLAND, MS 38603
1
Baths
1,278 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.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$127K
$113K low$142K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$300 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,896 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,903
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$28,790

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.62
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.24 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
CountyBenton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)

Transaction History(1)

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
Ashland High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Ashland Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.1 mi

District: Benton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38603These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,367
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

974 Ripley Ave 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 72% of homes in Ashland 38603
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Ashland 38603
  • Older than 91% of homes in Benton County

What homes are worth in Ashland 38603

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

This home
$73K$498K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Ashland 38603.

How it measures up in Ashland 38603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 38603.

Estimated value$127,473
CheaperTypical $158,711Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 974 Ripley Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 38603Benton County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,47328% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10020% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,278 ft²56% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac51% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than195210% of homes9% of homes

About 974 Ripley Ave

How much is 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS is $127,473 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $112,878 to $142,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS last sell?

974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS last sold on May 7, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS?

974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,278 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS built?

974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS was built in 1952, making it 74 years old.

What schools serve 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS?

974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS is assigned to Ashland High School (middle), rated C-; Ashland Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Benton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS compare to other homes in Ashland 38603?

Among the 2,522 homes in Ashland 38603, it is worth more than 28% of them ($127,473 against a typical $158,711), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($100 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,278 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1952 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Benton County, it is worth more than 28% 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 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS?

The 2023 property tax bill for 974 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS was $300. The county assessed it at $2,896.

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