Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$167,157$92 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

278 RIDGECREST ST

FAIRFIELD, TX 75840
0
Baths
1,824 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.
1.76 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.

Valuation

$167K
$150K low$184K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,199 (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.$152,757 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,856
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,901
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$158,862
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,757

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
48
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.76
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.Porch · 275 ft²

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

H
Fairfield High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Fairfield Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Fairfield Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.2 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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

278 Ridgecrest 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 69% of homes in Fairfield 75840
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Fairfield 75840
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Freestone County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% 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 31% 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$167,157
CheaperTypical $225,169Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size1.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 278 Ridgecrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfield 75840Freestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$167,15731% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9213% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²64% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.76 ac66% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197841% of homes41% of homes

About 278 Ridgecrest St

How much is 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX is $167,157 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $150,265 to $184,049. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX last sell?

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

How big is 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX has 1,824 square feet of living space and a 1.76-acre lot.

When was 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX built?

278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

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

How does 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX compare to other homes in Fairfield 75840?

Among the 3,453 homes in Fairfield 75840, it is worth more than 31% of them ($167,157 against a typical $225,169), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($92 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,824 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1.76 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1978 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Freestone County, it is worth more than 31% 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 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX was $2,199. The county assessed it at $152,757.

More homes on Ridgecrest St

Closest homes

More homes in Fairfield 75840

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 278 Ridgecrest St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map