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$283,908$222 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $300,447 on Jan 12, 2026

1229 AMHERST DR

DENTON, TX 76201
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,280 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$284K
$270K low$298K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,447 · Jan 12, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,768 (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.$231,954 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,734
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$139,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,954

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDENTON
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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.Garage, Attached
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 · 34 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
J. Newton Rayzor Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Denton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Calhoun Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Denton Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76201These 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.174
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,308
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,017 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,977
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,120
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

1229 Amherst 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 92% of homes in Denton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Denton 76201
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Denton County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Denton 76201
  • Older than 97% of homes in Denton County

What homes are worth in Denton 76201

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

This home
$165K$598K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Denton 76201.

How it measures up in Denton 76201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Denton 76201.

Estimated value$283,908
CheaperTypical $280,641Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,592 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 1229 Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDenton 76201Denton County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,90852% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22283% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²34% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac27% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than196554% of homes3% of homes

About 1229 Amherst Dr

How much is 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX is $283,908 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $269,916 to $297,900. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX last sell?

1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX last sold on Jan 12, 2026 for $300,447, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX?

1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX built?

1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX?

1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX is assigned to J. Newton Rayzor Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Denton High School (high), rated C; Calhoun Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Denton Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX compare to other homes in Denton 76201?

Among the 4,210 homes in Denton 76201, it is worth more than 52% of them ($283,908 against a typical $280,641), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($222 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,592 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1965 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Denton 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 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1229 Amherst Dr, Denton, TX was $2,768. The county assessed it at $231,954.

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