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$169,776$121 / 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 94How 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

256 WEST ST

FAIRFIELD, TX 75840
0
Baths
1,400 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$170K
$159K low$181K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,428 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$99,171 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,171
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,965
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,171

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.17
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyFREESTONE
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 370 ft²

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

E
Fairfield Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.1 mi
H
Fairfield High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Fairfield Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Fairfield Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75840These 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.93
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 100.23

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,391
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,680
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

256 West 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 68% of homes in Fairfield 75840
  • Older than 89% of homes in Fairfield 75840

What homes are worth in Fairfield 75840

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

This home
$71K$837K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Fairfield 75840.

How it measures up in Fairfield 75840

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairfield 75840.

Estimated value$169,776
CheaperTypical $225,169Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 256 West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfield 75840Freestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$169,77632% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12140% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²40% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195511% of homes15% of homes

About 256 West St

How much is 256 West St, Fairfield, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 West St, Fairfield, TX is $169,776 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $158,916 to $180,636. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 West St, Fairfield, TX last sell?

256 West St, Fairfield, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 256 West St, Fairfield, TX built?

256 West St, Fairfield, TX was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 West St, Fairfield, TX?

256 West St, Fairfield, TX is assigned to Fairfield Elementary School (elementary); Fairfield High School (high), rated B-; Fairfield Jr High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Fairfield Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 West St, Fairfield, TX compare to other homes in Fairfield 75840?

Among the 3,453 homes in Fairfield 75840, it is worth more than 32% of them ($169,776 against a typical $225,169), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($121 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²) and it is newer than 11% of them (1955 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Freestone County, it is worth more than 32% 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 256 West St, Fairfield, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 West St, Fairfield, TX was $1,428. The county assessed it at $99,171.

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