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$461,574$194 / 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 85How 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

162 FOREST DR

ELGIN, TX 78621
0
Baths
2,382 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.
0.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$462K
$394K low$529K 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.$461,574
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$369,259

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,643 (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.$411,623 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,183
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$375,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,623

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyBASTROP
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.77
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, Attached
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 · 396 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Booker T. Washington Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.5 mi
M
Elgin Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.0 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 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%

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

162 Forest 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 86% of homes in Elgin 78621
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Elgin 78621
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Elgin 78621
  • Older than 73% of homes in Elgin 78621

What homes are worth in Elgin 78621

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

This home
$164K$773K

This home is worth more than 86% 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$461,574
CheaperTypical $274,911Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,382 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 162 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 78621Bastrop County
Estimated valuepricier than$461,57486% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19467% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,382 ft²86% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.77 ac57% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than199327% of homes29% of homes

About 162 Forest Dr

How much is 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX is $461,574 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $394,344 to $528,804. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX last sell?

162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX last sold on Nov 4, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX?

162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX has 2,382 square feet of living space and a 0.77-acre lot.

When was 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX built?

162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX?

162 Forest Dr, 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 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX compare to other homes in Elgin 78621?

Among the 13,238 homes in Elgin 78621, it is worth more than 86% of them ($461,574 against a typical $274,911), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($194 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,382 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.77 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1993 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Bastrop County, it is worth more than 74% 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 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 162 Forest Dr, Elgin, TX was $4,643. The county assessed it at $411,623.

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