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$102,213
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 81How 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

986 RAILROAD ST

VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
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Baths

Valuation

$102K
$82K low$122K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$414 (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.$8,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$85,500

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyEvangeline

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

E
Ville Platte Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Ville Platte High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Evangeline Reimagine AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Evangeline Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70586These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,819
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,807
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,632
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

986 Railroad St 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.

What homes are worth in Ville Platte 70586

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This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Ville Platte 70586.

How it measures up in Ville Platte 70586

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Estimated value$102,213
CheaperTypical $93,687Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

How 986 Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVille Platte 70586Evangeline Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$102,21355% of homes57% of homes

About 986 Railroad St

How much is 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA is $102,213 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $82,288 to $122,138. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA last sell?

986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA last sold on Oct 27, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA?

986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA is assigned to Ville Platte Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Ville Platte High School (high), rated D+; Evangeline Reimagine Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in Evangeline Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 986 Railroad St, Ville Platte, LA was $414. The county assessed it at $8,550.

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