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$62,287$81 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

281 CANAL ST W

MARKHAM, TX 77456
1
Baths
770 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$62K
$42K low$83K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,323 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$87,440 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,440

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.52
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
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.
49
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.7 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
CountyMATAGORDA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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 · 220 ft²

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

E
Markham Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Tidehaven High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
Tidehaven Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi

District: Tidehaven Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77456These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.89%
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.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.103
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.652 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,107
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

281 Canal St W 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 least valuable homes in Matagorda County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Markham 77456
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Markham 77456

What homes are worth in Markham 77456

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

This home
$49K$507K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Markham 77456.

How it measures up in Markham 77456

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Markham 77456.

Estimated value$62,287
CheaperTypical $157,351Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area770 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

How 281 Canal St W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarkham 77456Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$62,2874% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8110% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than770 ft²10% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac32% of homes43% of homes

About 281 Canal St W

How much is 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX is $62,287 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $42,060 to $82,514. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX last sell?

281 Canal St W, Markham, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX?

281 Canal St W, Markham, TX has 1 bathrooms, 770 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

What schools serve 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX?

281 Canal St W, Markham, TX is assigned to Markham Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Tidehaven High School (high), rated B; Tidehaven Intermediate School (middle), rated A. All sit in Tidehaven Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX compare to other homes in Markham 77456?

Among the 606 homes in Markham 77456, it is worth more than 4% of them ($62,287 against a typical $157,351), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($81 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 10% of them (770 ft² against a typical 1,264 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.29 ac). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than almost no 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 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Canal St W, Markham, TX was $1,323. The county assessed it at $87,440.

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