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$385,371$243 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Aug 8, 2018

521 FRANCES WAY

RICHARDSON, TX 75081
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,584 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$385K
$368K low$403K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Aug 8, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,022 (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.$321,910 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,910
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$321,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$321,910

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
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

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.

E
Richardson Terrace Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Apollo Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Berkner High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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%

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How this home compares

521 Frances Way 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 66% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Older than 96% 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$649K

This home is worth more than 38% 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$385,371
CheaperTypical $405,523Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,997 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 521 Frances Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland TerraceRichardson 75081Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$385,37160% of homes38% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24365% of homes89% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²44% of homes20% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac40% of homes61% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than195419% of homes4% of homes18% of homes

About 521 Frances Way

How much is 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX is $385,371 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $367,544 to $403,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX last sell?

521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX last sold on Aug 8, 2018 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX?

521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX built?

521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX?

521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX is assigned to Richardson Terrace Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Apollo Junior High School (middle), rated C; Berkner High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Richardson Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX compare to other homes in Richardson 75081?

Among the 9,922 homes in Richardson 75081, it is worth more than 38% of them ($385,371 against a typical $405,523), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($243 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,997 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1954 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 66% 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 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Frances Way, Richardson, TX was $7,022. The county assessed it at $321,910.

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