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$93,735$115 / 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
Last sold for $65,000 on Aug 21, 2012

1248 RIVER VALLEY DR

WHARTON, TX 77488
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
816 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$94K
$87K low$100K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Aug 21, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,146 (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.$134,998 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,498
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,294

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.64
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
52
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyWHARTON
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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 · 252 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.

M
El Campo Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi
H
El Campo High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi
E
Hutchins Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 10.1 mi

District: El Campo Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77488These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.15,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,107
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1248 River Valley 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 89% of homes in Wharton County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Wharton 77488
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Wharton 77488

What homes are worth in Wharton 77488

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

This home
$53K$482K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Wharton 77488.

How it measures up in Wharton 77488

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wharton 77488.

Estimated value$93,735
CheaperTypical $184,253Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,453 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 1248 River Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWharton 77488Wharton County
Estimated valuepricier than$93,73513% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11541% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²8% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac64% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198367% of homes65% of homes

About 1248 River Valley Dr

How much is 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX is $93,735 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $87,213 to $100,257. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX last sell?

1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX last sold on Aug 21, 2012 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX?

1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX built?

1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX?

1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX is assigned to El Campo Middle School (middle), rated C; El Campo High School (high), rated C-; Hutchins Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in El Campo Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX compare to other homes in Wharton 77488?

Among the 5,074 homes in Wharton 77488, it is worth more than 13% of them ($93,735 against a typical $184,253), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($115 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 8% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,453 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1983 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Wharton County, it is worth more than 11% 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 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1248 River Valley Dr, Wharton, TX was $2,146. The county assessed it at $134,998.

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