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$1,382,158$261 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

138 PRESTON RD

RICHARDS, TX 77873
0
Baths
5,296 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.
104.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$11,349
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$9,079
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.96%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,370,809
AUSTIN BANK · R · recorded Sep 21, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,888 (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.$937,510 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$909,430
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$927,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,718,640

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
65
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyWALKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.104.68
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Richards High SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Richards Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77873These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.1,830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°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.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

138 Preston Rd 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 most valuable homes in Walker County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Walker County
  • Among the largest homes in Richards 77873
  • Among the largest lots in Richards 77873
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Richards 77873

What homes are worth in Richards 77873

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

This home
$84K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Richards 77873.

How it measures up in Richards 77873

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richards 77873.

Estimated value$1,382,158
CheaperTypical $334,130Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area5,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size104.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 138 Preston Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichards 77873Walker County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,382,15898% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26169% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than5,296 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than104.68 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than201580% of homes76% of homes

About 138 Preston Rd

How much is 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX is $1,382,158 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,254,064 to $1,510,251. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX last sell?

138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX?

138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX has 5,296 square feet of living space and a 104.68-acre lot.

When was 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX built?

138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX?

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

How does 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX compare to other homes in Richards 77873?

Among the 698 homes in Richards 77873, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,382,158 against a typical $334,130), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($261 against a typical $229), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,296 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (104.68 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2015 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Walker County, it is worth more than almost all 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 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 Preston Rd, Richards, TX was $12,888. The county assessed it at $937,510.

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