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$81,982$81 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $38,500 on Jan 4, 2021

278 S RICHARDSON AVE

COLUMBUS, OH 43204
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,014 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.
4,094 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.

Valuation

$82K
$63K low$101K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,500 · Jan 4, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,283 (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.$28,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,565
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,925
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyFranklin
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Burroughs Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Hilltonia Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Briggs High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Columbus City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 43204These 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.179
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,167
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,100
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,710
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

278 S Richardson Ave 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Franklin County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Franklin County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in North Hilltop
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Columbus 43204
  • Older than 93% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Columbus 43204

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

This home
$82K$405K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Columbus 43204.

How it measures up in Columbus 43204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 43204.

Estimated value$81,982
CheaperTypical $186,797Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,254 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size4,094 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 278 S Richardson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth HilltopColumbus 43204Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$81,9829% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8123% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,014 ft²13% of homes18% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,094 ft²31% of homes16% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192045% of homes12% of homes7% of homes

About 278 S Richardson Ave

How much is 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH is $81,982 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $62,855 to $101,109. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH last sell?

278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH last sold on Jan 4, 2021 for $38,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH?

278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,014 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH built?

278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH?

278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH is assigned to Burroughs Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Hilltonia Middle School (middle), rated C-; Briggs High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Columbus City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH compare to other homes in Columbus 43204?

Among the 13,828 homes in Columbus 43204, it is worth more than 2% of them ($81,982 against a typical $186,797), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($81 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,014 ft² against a typical 1,254 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (4,094 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1920 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than almost no 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 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 S Richardson Ave, Columbus, OH was $1,283. The county assessed it at $28,490.

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