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$300,295$193 / 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 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

1242 MERCANTILE ST

RICHMOND, TX 77406
0
Baths
1,557 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.
1,400 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
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

$300K
$285K low$315K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,826 (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.$191,112 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,979
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,133
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,112
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,112

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
42
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.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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.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
CountyFort Bend
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.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 · 189 ft²

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

M
James Bowie Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
James C. Neill Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Travis High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Fort Bend Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77406These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.70,172
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,000 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,899
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,511
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1242 Mercantile 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.

  • Worth less than 92% of homes in Richmond 77406
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Richmond 77406
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Richmond 77406
  • Among the smallest lots in Richmond 77406
  • Among the newest homes in Richmond 77406

What homes are worth in Richmond 77406

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

This home
$241K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Richmond 77406.

How it measures up in Richmond 77406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 77406.

Estimated value$300,295
CheaperTypical $443,665Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,557 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 2012Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1242 Mercantile St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 77406Fort Bend County
Estimated valuepricier than$300,2958% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19380% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,557 ft²4% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,400 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 1242 Mercantile St

How much is 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX is $300,295 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $285,286 to $315,304. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX?

1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX has 1,557 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX built?

1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX was built in 2024, making it 2 years old.

What schools serve 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX?

1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX is assigned to James Bowie Middle School (middle), rated A; James C. Neill Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Travis High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Fort Bend Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX compare to other homes in Richmond 77406?

Among the 24,024 homes in Richmond 77406, it is worth more than 8% of them ($300,295 against a typical $443,665), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($193 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 4% of them (1,557 ft² against a typical 2,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 2012). Measured against all of Fort Bend County, it is worth more than 25% 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 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Mercantile St, Richmond, TX was $2,826. The county assessed it at $191,112.

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