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$198,646$55 / 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 70How 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

223 W HOUSTON ST

REFUGIO, TX 78377
0
Baths
3,581 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$199K
$140K low$258K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,466 (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.$366,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$341,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$304,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$366,490

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
1
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.
97
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.
81
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyRefugio
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 810 ft²

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

H
Refugio High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Refugio Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Refugio Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi

District: Refugio Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78377These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.6.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,577
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,388
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

223 W Houston 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.

  • Worth more than 77% of homes in Refugio 78377
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Refugio County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Refugio County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Refugio 78377

What homes are worth in Refugio 78377

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

This home
$58K$429K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Refugio 78377.

How it measures up in Refugio 78377

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Refugio 78377.

Estimated value$198,646
CheaperTypical $137,851Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,581 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,362 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 223 W Houston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRefugio 78377Refugio County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,64677% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$559% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than3,581 ft²96% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac73% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than195956% of homes46% of homes

About 223 W Houston St

How much is 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX is $198,646 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $139,736 to $257,556. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX last sell?

223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX last sold on Feb 16, 2007, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX?

223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX has 3,581 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX built?

223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX?

223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX is assigned to Refugio High School (high), rated C-; Refugio Jr High School (middle), rated C+; Refugio Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Refugio Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX compare to other homes in Refugio 78377?

Among the 1,563 homes in Refugio 78377, it is worth more than 77% of them ($198,646 against a typical $137,851), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($55 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,581 ft² against a typical 1,362 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1959 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Refugio County, it is worth more than 74% 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 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 223 W Houston St, Refugio, TX was $6,466. The county assessed it at $366,490.

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