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$284,522$120 / 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

279 RIDGECREST ST

FAIRFIELD, TX 75840
0
Baths
2,375 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$285K
$254K low$315K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$674 (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.$193,272 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,863
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,409
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,889
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,272

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.1.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 186 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Fairfield High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Fairfield Jr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Fairfield Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.1 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

279 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 71% of homes in Fairfield 75840
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Freestone County

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
$68K$848K

This home is worth more than 61% 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$284,522
CheaperTypical $245,312Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area2,375 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.94 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 279 Ridgecrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfield 75840Freestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,52261% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12029% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,375 ft²85% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac58% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than198354% of homes51% of homes

About 279 Ridgecrest St

How much is 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX is $284,522 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $253,853 to $315,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX last sell?

279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX last sold on Mar 31, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX has 2,375 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX built?

279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX was built in 1983, making it 43 years old.

What schools serve 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

279 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 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX compare to other homes in Fairfield 75840?

Among the 3,452 homes in Fairfield 75840, it is worth more than 61% of them ($284,522 against a typical $245,312), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($120 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,375 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 0.94 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1983 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Freestone County, it is worth more than 58% 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 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Ridgecrest St, Fairfield, TX was $674. The county assessed it at $193,272.

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