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$183,957$151 / 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 91How 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 $179,900 on Jun 20, 2024

521 S RICHARDS

BENTON, AR 72015
1
Baths
1,218 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$184K
$167K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$179,900 · Jun 20, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$9,454
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$7,563
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.92%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$174,503
LUMINATE HOME LOANS INC · recorded Jun 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$121 (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.$13,019 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,499
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,019
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$65,095

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.45
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.7 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
CountySaline
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Closed Piers
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 97 ft²

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.

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

E
Ringgold Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.1 mi
H
Benton High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Benton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 1.4 mi

District: Benton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72015These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.151
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.86

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,965
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,751
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,666
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

521 S Richards 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 78% of homes in Saline County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Benton 72015
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Saline County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Saline County
  • Among the oldest homes in Saline County

What homes are worth in Benton 72015

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

This home
$68K$453K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Benton 72015.

How it measures up in Benton 72015

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Benton 72015.

Estimated value$183,957
CheaperTypical $207,480Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,218 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 521 S Richards ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBenton 72015Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,95739% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15169% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,218 ft²25% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac18% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than19342% of homesalmost no homes

About 521 S Richards

How much is 521 S Richards, Benton, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 S Richards, Benton, AR is $183,957 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $167,184 to $200,730. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 S Richards, Benton, AR last sell?

521 S Richards, Benton, AR last sold on Jun 20, 2024 for $179,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 S Richards, Benton, AR?

521 S Richards, Benton, AR has 1 bathrooms, 1,218 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 521 S Richards, Benton, AR built?

521 S Richards, Benton, AR was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 S Richards, Benton, AR?

521 S Richards, Benton, AR is assigned to Ringgold Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Benton High School (high), rated A; Benton Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Benton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 S Richards, Benton, AR compare to other homes in Benton 72015?

Among the 11,266 homes in Benton 72015, it is worth more than 39% of them ($183,957 against a typical $207,480), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($151 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,218 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1934 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 22% 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 S Richards, Benton, AR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 S Richards, Benton, AR was $121. The county assessed it at $13,019.

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