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$165,428$504 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1089 JOY

GILCHRIST, TX 77617
1
Baths
328 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$165K
$152K low$179K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,131 (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.$138,380 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$95,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,380

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.38
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
71
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.108 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGALVESTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.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.Canal
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 700 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
High Island SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 8.0 mi

District: High Island Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77617These 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.165
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.255
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,734
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,992
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

1089 Joy 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Gilchrist 77617
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Galveston County
  • Among the smallest homes in Galveston County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Galveston County

What homes are worth in Gilchrist 77617

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

This home
$193K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Gilchrist 77617.

How it measures up in Gilchrist 77617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gilchrist 77617.

Estimated value$165,428
CheaperTypical $439,356Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$504
CheaperTypical $362Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2018Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 1089 Joy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilchrist 77617Galveston County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,428almost no homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50493% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than328 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac52% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than202279% of homes94% of homes

About 1089 Joy

How much is 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX is $165,428 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $151,733 to $179,123. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX last sell?

1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX last sold on Aug 13, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX?

1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX has 1 bathrooms, 328 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX built?

1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX?

1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX is assigned to High Island School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in High Island Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX compare to other homes in Gilchrist 77617?

Among the 460 homes in Gilchrist 77617, it is worth more than almost none of them ($165,428 against a typical $439,356), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($504 against a typical $362), it is bigger than almost none of them (328 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2022 against a typical 2018). Measured against all of Galveston County, it is worth more than 8% 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 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1089 Joy, Gilchrist, TX was $2,131. The county assessed it at $138,380.

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