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$440,813$167 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $567,644 on Aug 7, 2025

12521 WHARTON DR

DALLAS, TX 75243
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,637 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$441K
$399K low$482K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$567,644 · Aug 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,171 (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.$460,980 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$143,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$317,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$392,230
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$460,980

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Wet bar

Transaction History(4)

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
Aikin Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Forest Meadow Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Lake Highlands High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Richardson Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75243These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.64,579
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,167 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,609
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,555
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

12521 Wharton 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 more than 75% of homes in Country Forest / Jackson Meadows
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Dallas County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Country Forest / Jackson Meadows
  • Older than 88% of homes in Country Forest / Jackson Meadows

What homes are worth in Dallas 75243

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

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$57K$1M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Dallas 75243.

How it measures up in Dallas 75243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75243.

Estimated value$440,813
CheaperTypical $302,807Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,637 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,697 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 12521 Wharton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCountry Forest / Jackson MeadowsDallas 75243Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,81375% of homes66% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16767% of homes46% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than2,637 ft²81% of homes78% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac17% of homes31% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than197812% of homes45% of homes52% of homes

About 12521 Wharton Dr

How much is 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX is $440,813 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $399,228 to $482,398. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX last sell?

12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX last sold on Aug 7, 2025 for $567,644, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX?

12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,637 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX built?

12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX?

12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX is assigned to Aikin Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Forest Meadow Middle School (middle), rated D+; Lake Highlands High School (high), rated C. All sit in Richardson Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75243?

Among the 10,664 homes in Dallas 75243, it is worth more than 66% of them ($440,813 against a typical $302,807), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($167 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,637 ft² against a typical 1,697 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1978 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 72% 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 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12521 Wharton Dr, Dallas, TX was $9,171. The county assessed it at $460,980.

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