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$339,185$262 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

12280 JOHN RICE DR

IOLA, TX 77861
2
Baths
1,296 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$339K
$314K low$364K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$336 (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.$190,117 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,834
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$256,390

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.54
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
59
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.Single Family Residence
CountyGRIMES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 331 ft²

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

M
Iola High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 7.2 mi
E
Iola Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.2 mi

District: Iola Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77861These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,496
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,171
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,403
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

12280 John Rice Dr 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 less than 81% of homes in Iola 77861
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Grimes County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Iola 77861
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Grimes County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Iola 77861

What homes are worth in Iola 77861

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

This home
$164K$1M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Iola 77861.

How it measures up in Iola 77861

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Iola 77861.

Estimated value$339,185
CheaperTypical $558,077Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,810 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 1.87 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 2010Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 12280 John Rice Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIola 77861Grimes County
Estimated valuepricier than$339,18519% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26255% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²29% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac80% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199023% of homes33% of homes

About 12280 John Rice Dr

How much is 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX is $339,185 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $314,332 to $364,038. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX last sell?

12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX?

12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX built?

12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX?

12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX is assigned to Iola High School (middle), rated A; Iola Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Iola Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX compare to other homes in Iola 77861?

Among the 1,635 homes in Iola 77861, it is worth more than 19% of them ($339,185 against a typical $558,077), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($262 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,810 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (6 ac against a typical 1.87 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1990 against a typical 2010). Measured against all of Grimes County, it is worth more than 53% 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 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12280 John Rice Dr, Iola, TX was $336. The county assessed it at $190,117.

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