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$314,131
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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $254,000 on May 14, 2018

505 HESTER AVE

RIVER RIDGE, LA 70123
0
Baths
3,465 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$314K
$300K low$329K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$254,000 · May 14, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$54,439
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$43,551
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.84%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$244,103
FLAGSTAR BANK FSB · recorded May 6, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$15,589
SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPME

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,120 (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.$24,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,110
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,300

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
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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.

E
Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Riverdale High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Jefferson Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70123These 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.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.26,125
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,899 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,902
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,670
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

505 Hester 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 more than 78% of homes in Jefferson Parish County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in New Orleans 70123

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70123

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

This home
$105K$863K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in New Orleans 70123.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70123

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70123.

Estimated value$314,131
CheaperTypical $265,584Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size3,465 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

How 505 Hester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Orleans 70123Jefferson Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$314,13163% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,465 ft²3% of homes6% of homes

About 505 Hester Ave

How much is 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA is $314,131 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $299,684 to $328,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA last sell?

505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA last sold on May 14, 2018 for $254,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA?

505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA is assigned to Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Riverdale High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Jefferson Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70123?

Among the 8,783 homes in New Orleans 70123, it is worth more than 63% of them ($314,131 against a typical $265,584) and its lot is bigger than 3% of them (3,465 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac). Measured against all of Jefferson Parish County, it is worth more than 78% 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 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Hester Ave, River Ridge, LA was $2,120. The county assessed it at $24,130.

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