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$318,014$201 / 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 93How 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 $90,400 on Aug 17, 1995

542 SUMMIT DR

RICHARDSON, TX 75081
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,586 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$318K
$295K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,400 · Aug 17, 1995
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.$236,014
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$188,811
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.25%
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.$82,000
PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MTG · R · recorded Sep 27, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,570 (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.$311,450 (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.$161,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$311,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$311,450

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.0.23
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 0.9 mi
H
Berkner High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Apollo Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 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%

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

542 Summit Dr 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 87% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Highland Terrace
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Richardson 75081
  • Older than 88% 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
$231K$672K

This home is worth more than 13% 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$318,014
CheaperTypical $406,203Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,586 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,994 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 542 Summit Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland TerraceRichardson 75081Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,01428% of homes13% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20122% of homes44% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,586 ft²45% of homes20% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac48% of homes70% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than196063% of homes12% of homes27% of homes

About 542 Summit Dr

How much is 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX is $318,014 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $294,687 to $341,341. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX last sell?

542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX last sold on Aug 17, 1995 for $90,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX?

542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,586 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX built?

542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX?

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

How does 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX compare to other homes in Richardson 75081?

Among the 9,921 homes in Richardson 75081, it is worth more than 13% of them ($318,014 against a typical $406,203), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($201 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,586 ft² against a typical 1,994 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1960 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 50% 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 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Summit Dr, Richardson, TX was $4,570. The county assessed it at $311,450.

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