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8041 Forest Trl, Dallas, TX 75238

5 bed / 3 bath, 3,919 sqft, built 2012, in Lake Highlands Appraised at $1,285,000 for 2026.

Dallas County account 00544500090210000

Appraised value
$1,285,000
Tax year 2026
Living area
3,919 sqft
$328 per sqft
Year built
2012
Very Good quality

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Assessment snapshot

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  • Appraised value per square footThe current public record shows about $328 per square foot before any comparable-property adjustments.
  • Nearby comparison areaThis page starts the equity review with public records for the Lake Highlands neighborhood and ZIP 75238.
  • Neighborhood value signalAmong 176 residential records in the same neighborhood, the average appraised value is about $367 per square foot.

Comparable assessments

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Recent comparable sales

Sales selected by similarity to the subject property. Texas is a non-disclosure state, so these MLS-listed sales are supplemental evidence.

  • 9111 Lanshire Dr, Dallas, TX 75238
    August-14-2026 | 3,769 sqft | $451/sqft | built 2018 | Similar size (3,769 sqft); Moderate age difference (6 years newer); Sold after the valuation date
    $1,699,000
  • 8629 Lockhaven Dr, Dallas, TX 75238
    July-30-2026 | 4,110 sqft | $388/sqft | built 2026 | Similar size (4,110 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Within 1 bedroom (4 vs 5)
    $1,595,000
  • 9621 Lanward Dr, Dallas, TX 75238
    October-5-2026 | 4,350 sqft | $362/sqft | built 2026 | 11% size difference (4,350 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (5)
    $1,575,000
  • 8847 Larchwood Dr, Dallas, TX 75238
    June-12-2026 | 3,965 sqft | $353/sqft | built 2026 | Similar size (3,965 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Within 1 bedroom (4 vs 5)
    $1,399,000
  • 10320 Lynford Dr, Dallas, TX 75238
    August-13-2026 | 4,155 sqft | $385/sqft | built 2026 | 6% size difference (4,155 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Within 1 bedroom (4 vs 5)
    $1,599,950

Public appraisal comparison for 2026. Prepared . Appraisal source: Dallas Central Appraisal District. Sales data checked in this snapshot: . Matches consider available size, age, location and property characteristics. How comparisons work.