Homes in Richardson ISD: Prices, Cities, Schools & Taxes (2026)
By Brent Reiter, REALTOR® · Last updated November 4, 2026
Richardson ISD covers most of Richardson plus a big part of Dallas, including Lake Highlands and parts of North Dallas, and a slice of Garland. Below is what 1,723 single-family homes in Richardson ISD sold for over the past year, by city, ZIP code and high school zone, with the 2026 tax numbers.
Dallas and Richardson are split among several districts, so confirm the district for the exact address before you make an offer.
At a Glance
- Median sale price
- $560,000 (1,723 sales, past 12 months)
- Middle half of sales
- $411,200 to $760,000
- Sold under $300,000
- About 1 in 15 (116 homes)
- Median days on market
- 24
- Sale price vs. final asking price
- 98.4% (median)
- High schools
- Lake Highlands, Pearce, Berkner and Richardson
- District tax rate (2026)
- $1.1319 per $100
My analysis of NTREIS MLS single-family sales in Richardson ISD closed Nov. 4, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Which Cities Are in Richardson ISD?
| City | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 947 | $697,000 | 2,520 sq ft | 1975 |
| Richardson | 682 | $435,000 | 1,990 sq ft | 1969 |
| Garland | 94 | $334,000 | 1,840 sq ft | 1976 |
By ZIP code:
| ZIP code | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 75080 | 356 | $459,950 |
| 75081 | 299 | $410,000 |
| 75248 | 294 | $730,000 |
| 75238 | 266 | $683,250 |
| 75243 | 210 | $582,500 |
| 75231 | 80 | $831,500 |
| 75044 | 55 | $370,000 |
| 75240 | 50 | $553,750 |
- Dallas (Lake Highlands and North Dallas): more than half of all sales, with a $697,000 median.
- Richardson (75080, 75081): mostly 1960s and 1970s homes, with a $435,000 median.
- Garland: the district's most affordable part, with a $334,000 median.
What Homes Cost in Richardson ISD
The median Richardson ISD home sold for $560,000 over the past 12 months, and the middle half sold for $411,200 to $760,000. About 7 in 10 homes sold were built in the 1960s and 1970s.
| Price range | Sales (12 mo.) | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under $250,000 | 42 | 2% |
| $250,000 to $299,999 | 74 | 4% |
| $300,000 to $399,999 | 269 | 16% |
| $400,000 to $499,999 | 323 | 19% |
| $500,000 to $599,999 | 248 | 14% |
| $600,000 to $799,999 | 397 | 23% |
| $800,000 to $999,999 | 166 | 10% |
| $1 million and up | 204 | 12% |
| Built | Sales | Median price | Median size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before 1960 | 233 | $428,000 | 1,580 sq ft |
| 1960s and 1970s | 1,181 | $550,000 | 2,260 sq ft |
| 1980s and 1990s | 183 | $632,000 | 2,660 sq ft |
| 2000s | 11 | $1,087,000 | 3,080 sq ft |
| 2010s | 52 | $780,000 | 3,010 sq ft |
| 2020 to 2024 | 19 | $869,000 | 3,260 sq ft |
| 2025 and 2026 (new) | 44 | $1,526,708 | 4,100 sq ft |
- Under $400,000: 385 homes, about 1 in 5 sales.
- New construction: 44 homes built in 2025 or 2026 sold, with a median of about $1.5 million.
- HOAs: fewer than 1 in 10 homes sold had a mandatory HOA. Pools: about 1 in 4.
Richardson ISD High School Zones
Here's what homes sold for in each high school attendance zone over the past year:
| High school zone | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Highlands High School | 494 | $690,000 | 2,470 sq ft | 1974 |
| Pearce High School | 480 | $658,250 | 2,400 sq ft | 1974 |
| Berkner High School | 465 | $410,000 | 2,060 sq ft | 1976 |
| Richardson High School | 278 | $515,000 | 2,110 sq ft | 1963 |
Check the exact address with Richardson ISD's school boundary lookup. For campus ratings, use txschools.gov.
Richardson ISD Property Tax Rate (2026)
Richardson ISD's 2026 rate is $1.1319 per $100 of taxable value. These combined rates add the city, Dallas County, Parkland Hospital ($0.212) and Dallas College ($0.106575):
| Address | City rate | Combined rate per $100 |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | $0.697800 | about $2.37 |
| Richardson (Dallas County part) | $0.542180 | about $2.22 |
| Garland | $0.679900 | about $2.36 |
Example: a $560,000 home in Dallas owes about $13,290 a year before exemptions. The $140,000 school homestead exemption alone takes about $1,580 off that. My Texas property tax guide explains exemptions and protests.
How Fast Homes Sell in Richardson ISD
- Median time on market: 24 days.
- About 1 in 4 homes sold within a week, and about 1 in 4 took 60 days or more.
- Median sale price was 98.4% of the final asking price and 97.0% of the original asking price.
- One of the fastest districts I track: a 24-day median, and more than 1 in 4 homes sold within a week.
What I Tell Buyers Looking in Richardson ISD
- Confirm the district by address. Dallas and Richardson are each split among several districts.
- Budget for an older house. Most homes here were built in the 1960s and 1970s; plan on a sewer scope and a foundation check.
- Be ready to move. Well-priced homes often sell in the first week.
- Compare Dallas and Richardson on total cost. Richardson's lower city rate offsets part of the difference.
Fair housing note: this page reports facts about attendance zones, prices and tax rates. It doesn't rank schools or neighborhoods. For school performance, use the state's ratings on txschools.gov and visit the campuses yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What cities are in Richardson ISD?
Most of Richardson, a big part of Dallas including Lake Highlands and parts of North Dallas, and a slice of Garland.
What is the Richardson ISD tax rate?
For 2026, Richardson ISD's rate is $1.1319 per $100 of taxable value. With the city of Dallas, Dallas County, Parkland and Dallas College, the combined rate is about $2.37 per $100 before exemptions.
What high schools are in Richardson ISD?
Lake Highlands, Pearce, Berkner and Richardson. Over the past year, medians ranged from $410,000 in the Berkner zone to $690,000 in the Lake Highlands zone.
How much do homes cost in Richardson ISD?
The median single-family home in Richardson ISD sold for $560,000 over the 12 months ending Nov. 4, 2026, across 1,723 sales. The middle half sold for $411,200 to $760,000.
How do I know if a house is in Richardson ISD?
Check the exact address with the district's school boundary lookup or the county appraisal district's property record, which lists the school district. Don't rely on the city name or ZIP code.