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$254,229$171 / 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 92How 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

1717 RUTHVEN ST

PALACIOS, TX 77465
2
Baths
1,484 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.
1.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$254K
$233K low$275K 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.$254,229
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$203,383

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,678 (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.$172,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,190
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$167,730
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,990

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.56
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.64%
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.0.2 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.1.05
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 · 168 ft²

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

M
Palacios Junior Senior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Palacios Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Palacios Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77465These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,510
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,052
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,741
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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.Absentee owner
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

1717 Ruthven St 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Palacios 77465

What homes are worth in Palacios 77465

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

This home
$44K$660K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Palacios 77465.

How it measures up in Palacios 77465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palacios 77465.

Estimated value$254,229
CheaperTypical $203,524Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 1717 Ruthven St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalacios 77465Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,22963% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17157% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²63% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.05 ac79% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than196020% of homes22% of homes

About 1717 Ruthven St

How much is 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX is $254,229 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $233,005 to $275,453. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX last sell?

1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX last sold on Jul 13, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX?

1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 1.05-acre lot.

When was 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX built?

1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX was built in 1960, making it 66 years old.

What schools serve 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX?

1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX is assigned to Palacios Junior Senior High School (middle), rated C-; Palacios Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Palacios Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX compare to other homes in Palacios 77465?

Among the 4,223 homes in Palacios 77465, it is worth more than 63% of them ($254,229 against a typical $203,524), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($171 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (1.05 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1960 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than 59% 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 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1717 Ruthven St, Palacios, TX was $3,678. The county assessed it at $172,990.

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