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$358,927$296 / 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 90How 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

21981 BAYS CHAPEL RD

RICHARDS, TX 77873
1
Baths
1,213 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$359K
$322K low$395K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,059 (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.$317,302 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,302
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$299,072
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$317,302

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMontgomery
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 246 ft²

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

E
Richards High SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Richards Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77873These 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.135
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 100.19

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

21981 Bays Chapel 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the oldest homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Richards 77873

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

This home
$84K$994K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Richards 77873.

How it measures up in Richards 77873

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richards 77873.

Estimated value$358,927
CheaperTypical $337,160Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$296
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,213 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 21981 Bays Chapel Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichards 77873Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,92754% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29684% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,213 ft²29% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac76% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than19446% of homesalmost no homes

About 21981 Bays Chapel Rd

How much is 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX is $358,927 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $322,479 to $395,375. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX last sell?

21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX last sold on Sep 1, 1982, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX?

21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,213 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX built?

21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX?

21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX is assigned to Richards High School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Richards Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX compare to other homes in Richards 77873?

Among the 698 homes in Richards 77873, it is worth more than 54% of them ($358,927 against a typical $337,160), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($296 against a typical $232), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,213 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (5 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1944 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 44% 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 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 21981 Bays Chapel Rd, Richards, TX was $4,059. The county assessed it at $317,302.

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