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$274,900$170 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $321,100 on Aug 4, 2021

261 ELM PATCH DR

KATY, TX 77493
0
Baths
1,621 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$275K
$265K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$321,100 · Aug 4, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,017 (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.$281,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,210

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
45
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.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyWALLER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Royal High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Royal Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.7 mi
E
Royal Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 6.9 mi

District: Royal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77493These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,177
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.815 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,215
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,279
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°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.58%

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How this home compares

261 Elm Patch Dr 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 89% of homes in Katy 77493
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Katy 77493
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Waller County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Waller County

What homes are worth in Katy 77493

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

This home
$230K$1M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Katy 77493.

How it measures up in Katy 77493

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Katy 77493.

Estimated value$274,900
CheaperTypical $365,721Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,621 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,282 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 2020Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 261 Elm Patch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKaty 77493Waller County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,90011% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17052% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,621 ft²17% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac50% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than202165% of homes78% of homes

About 261 Elm Patch Dr

How much is 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX is $274,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,000 to $284,800. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX last sell?

261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX last sold on Aug 4, 2021 for $321,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX?

261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX has 1,621 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX built?

261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX?

261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX is assigned to Royal High School (high), rated D-; Royal Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Royal Early Childhood Center (elementary). All sit in Royal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX compare to other homes in Katy 77493?

Among the 34,056 homes in Katy 77493, it is worth more than 11% of them ($274,900 against a typical $365,721), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($170 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,621 ft² against a typical 2,282 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (2021 against a typical 2020). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Elm Patch Dr, Katy, TX was $5,017. The county assessed it at $281,210.

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