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$771,729$347 / 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 92How 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 $116,700 on Jul 7, 2020

279 S RIDGE RD

DECATUR, TX 76234
2.5
Baths
2,227 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.
3.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$772K
$713K low$830K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,700 · Jul 7, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,564 (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.$681,267 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$184,604
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$496,663
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$681,294
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$681,267

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.59
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWISE
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Rural

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Young Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi
H
Decatur High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
M
McCarroll Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Decatur Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76234These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,713
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,926
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,601
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

279 S Ridge Rd 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 more than 93% of homes in Wise County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Wise County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Wise County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Wise County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Decatur 76234

What homes are worth in Decatur 76234

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

This home
$190K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Decatur 76234.

How it measures up in Decatur 76234

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 76234.

Estimated value$771,729
CheaperTypical $465,000Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$347
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,227 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size3.62 ac
SmallerTypical 1.35 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 279 S Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 76234Wise County
Estimated valuepricier than$771,72989% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34793% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,227 ft²66% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.62 ac78% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than202295% of homes91% of homes

About 279 S Ridge Rd

How much is 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX is $771,729 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $713,123 to $830,335. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX last sell?

279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX last sold on Jul 7, 2020 for $116,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX has 2.5 bathrooms and 2,227 square feet of living space.

When was 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX built?

279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX is assigned to Young Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Decatur High School (high), rated C; McCarroll Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Decatur Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX compare to other homes in Decatur 76234?

Among the 7,825 homes in Decatur 76234, it is worth more than 89% of them ($771,729 against a typical $465,000), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($347 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,227 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (3.62 ac against a typical 1.35 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2022 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Wise County, it is worth more than 93% 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 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 S Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX was $6,564. The county assessed it at $681,267.

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