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$213,897$117 / 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 89How 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

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.

Valuation

$214K
$190K low$238K high
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.$78,897
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$63,118
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.60%
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.$135,000
PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC · recorded Mar 19, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$873 (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.$158,862 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,776
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,086
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,928
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,862

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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Fairfield Jr High SchoolB-
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%

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

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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 72% 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
$70K$917K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$213,897
CheaperTypical $245,475Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 28% 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 1981Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 278 Ridgecrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfield 75840Freestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,89742% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11728% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²64% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.76 ac66% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197843% of homes42% 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 $213,897 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $189,671 to $238,123. 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 Aug 5, 2013, 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.

What schools serve 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX is assigned to Fairfield High School (high), rated C+; Fairfield Jr High School (middle), rated B-; 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 3,452 homes in Fairfield 75840, it is worth more than 42% of them ($213,897 against a typical $245,475), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($117 against a typical $145), 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 43% of them (1978 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Freestone County, it is worth more than 41% 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 2025 property tax bill for 278 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX was $873. The county assessed it at $158,862.

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