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$481,862$427 / 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 91How 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 $281,300 on Aug 13, 2009

1298 LITTLE BACKBONE

SAN MARCOS, TX 78666
1
Baths
1,128 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.
10.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$482K
$439K low$525K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$281,300 · Aug 13, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,417 (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.$464,279 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$422,072
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$508,000

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.48
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
62
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyCOMAL
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 48 ft²Patio · 48 ft²Porch · 200 ft²Guest house

Transaction History(1)

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
Mountain Valley Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
H
Canyon Lake High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Mountain Valley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Comal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78666These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.99,796
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.548 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,670
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1298 Little Backbone 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 more than 81% of homes in San Marcos 78666
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in San Marcos 78666
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Comal County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Comal County
  • Older than 84% of homes in San Marcos 78666

What homes are worth in San Marcos 78666

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

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$163K$887K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in San Marcos 78666.

How it measures up in San Marcos 78666

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Marcos 78666.

Estimated value$481,862
CheaperTypical $316,723Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size10.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 2010Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 1298 Little Backbone ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSan Marcos 78666Comal County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,86281% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42798% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,128 ft²17% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.54 ac97% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than198516% of homes20% of homes

About 1298 Little Backbone

How much is 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX is $481,862 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $438,847 to $524,877. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX last sell?

1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX last sold on Aug 13, 2009 for $281,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX?

1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX has 1 bathrooms and 1,128 square feet of living space.

When was 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX built?

1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX?

1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX is assigned to Mountain Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Canyon Lake High School (high), rated B+; Mountain Valley Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Comal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX compare to other homes in San Marcos 78666?

Among the 22,674 homes in San Marcos 78666, it is worth more than 81% of them ($481,862 against a typical $316,723), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($427 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,128 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (10.54 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1985 against a typical 2010). Measured against all of Comal 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 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1298 Little Backbone, San Marcos, TX was $3,417. The county assessed it at $464,279.

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