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$272,231$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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

159 FM 696

ELGIN, TX 78621
0
Baths
1,656 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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

$272K
$245K low$300K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,976 (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.$152,194 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,752
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,442
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$176,285
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,194

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBASTROP
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.96
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Porch · 429 ft²

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

E
Booker T. Washington Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.2 mi
M
Elgin Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.9 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Elgin Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78621These 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.104
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.27,790
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,713
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,527
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

159 Fm 696 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 78% of homes in Bastrop County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Bastrop County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Bastrop County

What homes are worth in Elgin 78621

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

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$176K$761K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Elgin 78621.

How it measures up in Elgin 78621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 78621.

Estimated value$272,231
CheaperTypical $269,810Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 159 Fm 696 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 78621Bastrop County
Estimated valuepricier than$272,23152% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16446% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,656 ft²53% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac59% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than19629% of homes7% of homes

About 159 Fm 696

How much is 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX is $272,231 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $244,630 to $299,832. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX last sell?

159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX?

159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX has 1,656 square feet of living space and a 0.96-acre lot.

When was 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX built?

159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX?

159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX is assigned to Booker T. Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Elgin Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elgin High School (high), rated D. All sit in Elgin Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX compare to other homes in Elgin 78621?

Among the 13,241 homes in Elgin 78621, it is worth more than 52% of them ($272,231 against a typical $269,810), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($164 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,656 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1962 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Bastrop County, it is worth more than 22% 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 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Fm 696, Elgin, TX was $2,976. The county assessed it at $152,194.

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