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$447,132$211 / 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 93How 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

178 BUCKTHORN DR

DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX 78620
0
Baths
2,116 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.
3,441 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$447K
$416K low$478K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,732 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$418,922 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$88,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$330,422
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$443,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$418,922

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.''

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
CountyHays
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 202 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.

H
Dripping Springs High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Dripping Springs Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Dripping Springs Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Dripping Springs Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78620These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,714
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,853
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

178 Buckthorn 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 less than 88% of homes in Dripping Springs 78620
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Dripping Springs 78620
  • Among the smallest lots in Dripping Springs 78620
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Hays County

What homes are worth in Dripping Springs 78620

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

This home
$366K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Dripping Springs 78620.

How it measures up in Dripping Springs 78620

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dripping Springs 78620.

Estimated value$447,132
CheaperTypical $688,228Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,395 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size3,441 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 178 Buckthorn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDripping Springs 78620Hays County
Estimated valuepricier than$447,13212% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21110% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,116 ft²38% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,441 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than201866% of homes69% of homes

About 178 Buckthorn Dr

How much is 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX is $447,132 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $416,380 to $477,884. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX last sell?

178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX last sold on May 13, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX?

178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX has 2,116 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX built?

178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX?

178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX is assigned to Dripping Springs High School (high), rated A; Dripping Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Dripping Springs Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Dripping Springs Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX compare to other homes in Dripping Springs 78620?

Among the 10,685 homes in Dripping Springs 78620, it is worth more than 12% of them ($447,132 against a typical $688,228), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($211 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 38% of them (2,116 ft² against a typical 2,395 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,441 ft² against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (2018 against a typical 2014). Measured against all of Hays County, it is worth more than 62% 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 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 178 Buckthorn Dr, Dripping Springs, TX was $7,732. The county assessed it at $418,922.

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