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$507,920$318 / 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 62How 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

161 STAPLES DR

MARTINDALE, TX 78655
0
Baths
1,596 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1892
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$508K
$317K low$699K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$89 (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.$89,832 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,249
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,543
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$81,665
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,792

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyGUADALUPE
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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

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

E
Bowie Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.8 mi
H
San Marcos High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi
M
Goodnight Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.0 mi

District: San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78655These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.94%
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.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,721
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,449
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,316
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

161 Staples 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 more than 93% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Martindale 78655
  • Among the oldest homes in Guadalupe County

What homes are worth in Martindale 78655

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

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$120K$1M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Martindale 78655.

How it measures up in Martindale 78655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Martindale 78655.

Estimated value$507,920
CheaperTypical $334,157Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1892
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 161 Staples Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMartindale 78655Guadalupe County
Estimated valuepricier than$507,92072% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31884% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²54% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac11% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than1892almost no homesalmost no homes

About 161 Staples Dr

How much is 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX is $507,920 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $317,055 to $698,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX last sell?

161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX?

161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX has 1,596 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX built?

161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX was built in 1892, making it 134 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX?

161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX is assigned to Bowie Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; San Marcos High School (high), rated D; Goodnight Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX compare to other homes in Martindale 78655?

Among the 1,224 homes in Martindale 78655, it is worth more than 72% of them ($507,920 against a typical $334,157), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($318 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1892 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Guadalupe County, it is worth more than 93% 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 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Staples Dr, Martindale, TX was $89. The county assessed it at $89,832.

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