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$183,060$126 / 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 82How 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

238 AMES ST

COMSTOCK, TX 78837
1
Baths
1,452 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$183K
$150K low$217K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$262 (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.$59,062 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,732
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,062

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.46
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
18
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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.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%

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
CountyVAL VERDE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 90 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Comstock SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Comstock Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78837These 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.192
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.41%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.213
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.0 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$25,113
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,720
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 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

238 Ames 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 less than 77% of homes in Comstock 78837
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Val Verde County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Val Verde County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Val Verde County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Comstock 78837

What homes are worth in Comstock 78837

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

This home
$122K$474K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Comstock 78837.

How it measures up in Comstock 78837

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Comstock 78837.

Estimated value$183,060
CheaperTypical $278,271Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,189 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 238 Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeComstock 78837Val Verde County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,06023% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12677% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,452 ft²32% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac19% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than197022% of homes28% of homes

About 238 Ames St

How much is 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX is $183,060 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $149,573 to $216,547. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX last sell?

238 Ames St, Comstock, TX last sold on Mar 26, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX?

238 Ames St, Comstock, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,452 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX built?

238 Ames St, Comstock, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX?

238 Ames St, Comstock, TX is assigned to Comstock School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Comstock Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX compare to other homes in Comstock 78837?

Among the 617 homes in Comstock 78837, it is worth more than 23% of them ($183,060 against a typical $278,271), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($126 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,452 ft² against a typical 2,189 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1970 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Val Verde County, it is worth more than 58% 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 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 Ames St, Comstock, TX was $262. The county assessed it at $59,062.

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