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$283,960$164 / 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 94How 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

1538 MARTIN LAKE DR

RICHMOND, TX 77406
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,733 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$284K
$267K low$301K 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.$283,960
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$227,168

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$540 (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.$284,966 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,206
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$284,966
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$284,966

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFort Bend
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
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.Patio · 170 ft²Porch · 116 ft²

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

E
Oakland Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Travis High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
James Bowie Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Fort Bend Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77406These 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.69
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 100.20

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.70,172
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,000 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,899
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,511
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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

1538 Martin Lake 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 97% of homes in Waterside Estates
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Waterside Estates
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Waterside Estates
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Waterside Estates
  • Older than 71% of homes in Richmond 77406

What homes are worth in Richmond 77406

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

This home
$217K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Richmond 77406.

How it measures up in Richmond 77406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 77406.

Estimated value$283,960
CheaperTypical $431,864Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,733 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2013Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 1538 Martin Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterside EstatesRichmond 77406Fort Bend County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,9603% of homes7% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16481% of homes49% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,733 ft²7% of homes8% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac28% of homes28% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than200362% of homes29% of homes45% of homes

About 1538 Martin Lake Dr

How much is 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX is $283,960 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $266,998 to $300,922. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX last sell?

1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX last sold on Jan 8, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX?

1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,733 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX built?

1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX?

1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX is assigned to Oakland Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Travis High School (high), rated A-; James Bowie Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Fort Bend Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX compare to other homes in Richmond 77406?

Among the 24,027 homes in Richmond 77406, it is worth more than 7% of them ($283,960 against a typical $431,864), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($164 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 8% of them (1,733 ft² against a typical 2,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (2003 against a typical 2013). Measured against all of Fort Bend County, it is worth more than 21% 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 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1538 Martin Lake Dr, Richmond, TX was $540. The county assessed it at $284,966.

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