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$845,752$258 / 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 86How 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

256 PRAIRIE LN

MATAGORDA, TX 77457
8
Beds
10
Baths
3,280 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.
3.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$846K
$726K low$966K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$603,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$358,790
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$573,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$603,490

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.60
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
45
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.47 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.3.21
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.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 · 264 ft²

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

E
Matagorda SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Matagorda Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77457These 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.155
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 100.14

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.45%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

256 Prairie Ln 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Matagorda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Matagorda 77457
  • Among the largest lots in Matagorda 77457
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Matagorda County

What homes are worth in Matagorda 77457

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

This home
$122K$893K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Matagorda 77457.

How it measures up in Matagorda 77457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matagorda 77457.

Estimated value$845,752
CheaperTypical $376,041Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area3,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size3.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 256 Prairie Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatagorda 77457Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$845,75297% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25835% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than3,280 ft²97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.21 acalmost all homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than200264% of homes75% of homes

About 256 Prairie Ln

How much is 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX is $845,752 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $725,618 to $965,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX last sell?

256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX last sold on Apr 24, 2000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX?

256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX has 8 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 3,280 square feet of living space and a 3.21-acre lot.

When was 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX built?

256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX was built in 2002, making it 24 years old.

What schools serve 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX?

256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX is assigned to Matagorda School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Matagorda Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Prairie Ln, Matagorda, TX compare to other homes in Matagorda 77457?

Among the 1,362 homes in Matagorda 77457, it is worth more than 97% of them ($845,752 against a typical $376,041), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($258 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,280 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (3.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (2002 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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