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$411,213$190 / 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 87How 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

1996 FM 459

ELMATON, TX 77440
2
Baths
2,163 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$411K
$358K low$464K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,292 (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.$346,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$311,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$346,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,390

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
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.117 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.2.50
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 436 ft²

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

H
Tidehaven High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Tidehaven Intermediate SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Blessing Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi

District: Tidehaven Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77440These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.27
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,303
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

1996 Fm 459 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 87% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Matagorda County

What homes are worth in Matagorda County

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

This home
$60K$566K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Matagorda County.

How it measures up in Matagorda County

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

Estimated value$411,213
CheaperTypical $225,663Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area2,163 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 1996 Fm 459 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$411,21387% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19071% of homes
Living areabigger than2,163 ft²86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197642% of homes

About 1996 Fm 459

How much is 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX is $411,213 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $358,361 to $464,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX last sell?

1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX last sold on Dec 14, 2004, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX?

1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX has 2 bathrooms, 2,163 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX built?

1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX was built in 1976, making it 50 years old.

What schools serve 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX?

1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX is assigned to Tidehaven High School (high), rated C+; Tidehaven Intermediate School (middle), rated A-; Blessing Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Tidehaven Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX compare to other homes in Matagorda County?

Among the 18,362 homes in Matagorda County, it is worth more than 87% of them ($411,213 against a typical $225,663), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($190 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,163 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1976 against a typical 1980). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1996 Fm 459, Elmaton, TX was $1,292. The county assessed it at $346,390.

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