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$715,640$322 / 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 81How 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

976 FOSSIL RIDGE RD

DECATUR, TX 76234
0
Baths
2,220 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.
6.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
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

$716K
$578K low$853K high
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.$715,640
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$572,512

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$450 (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.$343,260 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$312,068
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$568,183

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.63
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
100
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.Rural Residence
CountyWISE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Rural
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 2,340 ft²

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

E
Slidell SchoolsC-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Slidell Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76234These 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.74
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,713
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,926
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,601
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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

976 Fossil Ridge Rd 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 89% of homes in Wise County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Wise County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Wise County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Decatur 76234

What homes are worth in Decatur 76234

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

This home
$177K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Decatur 76234.

How it measures up in Decatur 76234

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 76234.

Estimated value$715,640
CheaperTypical $448,275Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,220 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,885 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size6.48 ac
SmallerTypical 1.55 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 976 Fossil Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 76234Wise County
Estimated valuepricier than$715,64084% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32288% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,220 ft²66% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.48 ac87% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than200354% of homes52% of homes

About 976 Fossil Ridge Rd

How much is 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX is $715,640 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $578,041 to $853,239. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX last sell?

976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX last sold on Aug 18, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX has 2,220 square feet of living space and a 6.48-acre lot.

When was 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX built?

976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX is assigned to Slidell Schools (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Slidell Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX compare to other homes in Decatur 76234?

Among the 7,724 homes in Decatur 76234, it is worth more than 84% of them ($715,640 against a typical $448,275), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($322 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,220 ft² against a typical 1,885 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (6.48 ac against a typical 1.55 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (2003 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Wise County, it is worth more than 89% 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 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 976 Fossil Ridge Rd, Decatur, TX was $450. The county assessed it at $343,260.

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