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$250,000$196 / 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 94How 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

8235 FOREST LN

DALLAS, TX 75243
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,274 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.
0.28 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$250K
$235K low$265K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,895 (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.$215,450 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,450

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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(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
Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Forest Meadow Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Lake Highlands High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Richardson Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75243These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.64,579
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,167 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,609
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,555
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

8235 Forest Ln 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 73% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Hamilton Park
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Hamilton Park
  • Older than 96% of homes in Dallas 75243

What homes are worth in Dallas 75243

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

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$60K$1M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Dallas 75243.

How it measures up in Dallas 75243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75243.

Estimated value$250,000
CheaperTypical $337,841Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,706 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 8235 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamilton ParkDallas 75243Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,00040% of homes36% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19622% of homes55% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,274 ft²63% of homes40% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac97% of homes60% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than195647% of homes4% of homes21% of homes

About 8235 Forest Ln

How much is 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX is $250,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $234,931 to $265,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX last sell?

8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX last sold on May 13, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX?

8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,274 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX built?

8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX?

8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX is assigned to Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet School (elementary), rated C-; Forest Meadow Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Highlands 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 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75243?

Among the 10,664 homes in Dallas 75243, it is worth more than 36% of them ($250,000 against a typical $337,841), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($196 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,274 ft² against a typical 1,706 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1956 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 27% 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 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8235 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX was $4,895. The county assessed it at $215,450.

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