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$563,255$386 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

17 CR 257 RIVER BEND RD

MATAGORDA, TX 77457
1
Baths
1,461 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$563K
$530K low$597K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,432 (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.$496,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$220,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$276,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$503,560
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$496,130

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.63
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.61 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMatagorda
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 364 ft²

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

E
Matagorda SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Matagorda Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77457These 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.155
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 100.14

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.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

17 Cr 257 River Bend 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Matagorda 77457
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Matagorda County

What homes are worth in Matagorda 77457

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

This home
$122K$908K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Matagorda 77457.

How it measures up in Matagorda 77457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matagorda 77457.

Estimated value$563,255
CheaperTypical $375,000Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$386
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,461 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatagorda 77457Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,25579% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38672% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,461 ft²66% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac28% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than198039% of homes51% of homes

About 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd

How much is 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX is $563,255 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $529,959 to $596,551. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX last sell?

17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX last sold on May 17, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX?

17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,461 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX built?

17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX was built in 1980, making it 46 years old.

What schools serve 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX?

17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX is assigned to Matagorda School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Matagorda Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX compare to other homes in Matagorda 77457?

Among the 1,362 homes in Matagorda 77457, it is worth more than 79% of them ($563,255 against a typical $375,000), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($386 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,461 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1980 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than 95% 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 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Cr 257 River Bend Rd, Matagorda, TX was $7,432. The county assessed it at $496,130.

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