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$391,046$265 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $247,500 on Feb 12, 2018

1956 E RICHARDS DR

TEMPE, AZ 85282
2
Baths
1,478 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$391K
$379K low$403K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$247,500 · Feb 12, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,718 (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.$37,470 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$374,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 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
CountyMaricopa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
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.Patio · 200 ft²

Transaction History(11)

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
Fuller Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
McClintock High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Fees Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Tempe School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85282These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.55,340
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,013 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.9 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.86%

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How this home compares

1956 E Richards 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 less than 67% of homes in Tempe 85282
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Tempe 85282
  • Older than 84% of homes in Maricopa County

What homes are worth in Tempe 85282

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

This home
$207K$712K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Tempe 85282.

How it measures up in Tempe 85282

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tempe 85282.

Estimated value$391,046
CheaperTypical $445,579Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$265
CheaperTypical $268Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,478 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1956 E Richards Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTempe 85282Maricopa County
Estimated valuepricier than$391,04633% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26546% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,478 ft²36% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac32% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than197162% of homes16% of homes

About 1956 E Richards Dr

How much is 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ is $391,046 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $379,027 to $403,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ last sell?

1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ last sold on Feb 12, 2018 for $247,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ?

1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ has 2 bathrooms, 1,478 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ built?

1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ?

1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ is assigned to Fuller Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; McClintock High School (high), rated B+; Fees Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Tempe School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ compare to other homes in Tempe 85282?

Among the 13,665 homes in Tempe 85282, it is worth more than 33% of them ($391,046 against a typical $445,579), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($265 against a typical $268), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,478 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1971 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Maricopa County, it is worth more than 34% 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 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1956 E Richards Dr, Tempe, AZ was $1,718. The county assessed it at $37,470.

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