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$675,545$169 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $261,300 on Jan 18, 2012

520 E POLK ST

RICHARDSON, TX 75081
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,988 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$676K
$551K low$800K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$261,300 · Jan 18, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,575 (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.$591,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$456,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$564,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$591,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyDALLAS
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.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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.Composition Shingle
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.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(4)

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

E
Richardson Terrace Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Apollo Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Berkner High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Richardson Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75081These 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.73
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,696
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,098 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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

520 E Polk 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 more than 98% of homes in Highland Terrace
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Highland Terrace
  • Among the largest homes in Highland Terrace
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Older than 94% of homes in Richardson 75081

What homes are worth in Richardson 75081

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

This home
$229K$660K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Richardson 75081.

How it measures up in Richardson 75081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richardson 75081.

Estimated value$675,545
CheaperTypical $405,442Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,996 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 520 E Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland TerraceRichardson 75081Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$675,54598% of homes98% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1697% of homes10% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than3,988 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac77% of homes89% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195632% of homes6% of homes21% of homes

About 520 E Polk St

How much is 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX is $675,545 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $550,899 to $800,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX last sell?

520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX last sold on Jan 18, 2012 for $261,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX?

520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 3,988 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX built?

520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX?

520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX is assigned to Richardson Terrace Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Apollo Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Berkner High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Richardson Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX compare to other homes in Richardson 75081?

Among the 9,921 homes in Richardson 75081, it is worth more than 98% of them ($675,545 against a typical $405,442), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($169 against a typical $204), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,988 ft² against a typical 1,996 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1956 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 85% 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 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 E Polk St, Richardson, TX was $5,575. The county assessed it at $591,100.

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