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$433,488$154 / 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 90How 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 $280,000 on Nov 30, 2016

242 RICHARDSON RD

FORTSON, GA 31808
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,817 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.
3.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$433K
$391K low$476K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Nov 30, 2016
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.95%
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.$255,150
FIRSTBANK · recorded Dec 7, 2016
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.$186,418
FREEDOM MORTGAGE

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,095 (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.$154,008 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,275
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,733
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,243
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$385,020

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.22 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
CountyHarris
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Water
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 290 ft²

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
New Mountain Hill Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.9 mi
H
Harris County High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi
M
Harris County Carver Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.7 mi

District: Harris County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31808These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.92%
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.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,619
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,722
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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

242 Richardson Rd 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 66% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Fortson 31808
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Fortson 31808

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

This home
$162K$813K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Fortson 31808.

How it measures up in Fortson 31808

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fortson 31808.

Estimated value$433,488
CheaperTypical $388,550Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area2,817 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 242 Richardson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortson 31808Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$433,48865% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15443% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than2,817 ft²71% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.5 ac84% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than201073% of homes82% of homes

About 242 Richardson Rd

How much is 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA is $433,488 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $391,308 to $475,668. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA last sell?

242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA last sold on Nov 30, 2016 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA?

242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,817 square feet of living space and a 3.50-acre lot.

When was 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA built?

242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA?

242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA is assigned to New Mountain Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Harris County High School (high), rated B+; Harris County Carver Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Harris County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA compare to other homes in Fortson 31808?

Among the 3,529 homes in Fortson 31808, it is worth more than 65% of them ($433,488 against a typical $388,550), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($154 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,817 ft² against a typical 2,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3.5 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (2010 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 66% 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 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Richardson Rd, Fortson, GA was $4,095. The county assessed it at $154,008.

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