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$258,129$199 / 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 $110,000 on May 21, 2002

978 RICHARDSON RD

TALLAHASSEE, FL 32301
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,298 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$258K
$241K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · May 21, 2002
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.$258,129
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$206,503

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,973 (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.$206,862 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,862
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,862
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,862

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLeon
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 336 ft²Porch · 54 ft²

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

E
Apalachee Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
James S. Rickards High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Fairview Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Leon County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32301These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,392
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,729 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,288
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,309
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

978 Richardson 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Tallahassee 32301
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Leon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Tallahassee 32301
  • Older than 72% of homes in Leon County

What homes are worth in Tallahassee 32301

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

This home
$91K$514K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Tallahassee 32301.

How it measures up in Tallahassee 32301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tallahassee 32301.

Estimated value$258,129
CheaperTypical $218,044Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,289 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 978 Richardson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTallahassee 32301Leon County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,12964% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19977% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,298 ft²52% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac65% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than197645% of homes28% of homes

About 978 Richardson Rd

How much is 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL is $258,129 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $241,089 to $275,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL last sell?

978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL last sold on May 21, 2002 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL?

978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,298 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL built?

978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL?

978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL is assigned to Apalachee Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; James S. Rickards High School (high), rated D; Fairview Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Leon County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL compare to other homes in Tallahassee 32301?

Among the 8,514 homes in Tallahassee 32301, it is worth more than 64% of them ($258,129 against a typical $218,044), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($199 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,298 ft² against a typical 1,289 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1976 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Leon County, it is worth more than 38% 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 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Richardson Rd, Tallahassee, FL was $3,973. The county assessed it at $206,862.

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