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$557,420$420 / 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 97How 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
Last sold for $217,000 on Mar 22, 2012

4242 TRAVIS ST

DALLAS, TX 75205
Building report
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,328 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.
1,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$557K
$539K low$576K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$217,000 · Mar 22, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,191 (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.$470,650 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,130
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$352,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$466,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$470,650

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
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
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.Deck

Transaction History(1)

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
Ben Milam Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
North Dallas High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Alex W. Spence Talented/Gifted AcademyC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Dallas Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75205These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.44%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.26,689
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,068 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$188,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$271,091
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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.62%

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How this home compares

4242 Travis 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 90% of homes in Dallas 75205
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Dallas County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Dallas 75205
  • Among the smallest lots in Dallas 75205
  • Older than 70% of homes in Knox / Henderson

What homes are worth in Dallas 75205

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

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$256K$10M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Dallas 75205.

How it measures up in Dallas 75205

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75205.

Estimated value$557,420
CheaperTypical $2,790,176Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$420
CheaperTypical $769Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size1,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 4242 Travis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKnox / HendersonDallas 75205Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$557,42056% of homes10% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42075% of homes13% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²46% of homes9% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,125 ft²2% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198130% of homes42% of homes57% of homes

About 4242 Travis St

How much is 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX is $557,420 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $538,957 to $575,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX last sell?

4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX last sold on Mar 22, 2012 for $217,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX?

4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX built?

4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX?

4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX is assigned to Ben Milam Elementary School (elementary), rated D; North Dallas High School (high), rated D; Alex W. Spence Talented/Gifted Academy (middle), rated C. All sit in Dallas Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75205?

Among the 7,343 homes in Dallas 75205, it is worth more than 10% of them ($557,420 against a typical $2,790,176), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($420 against a typical $769), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 3,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,125 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1981 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 81% 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 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4242 Travis St, Dallas, TX was $5,191. The county assessed it at $470,650.

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