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$267,204$94 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

3898 HIGHWAY 281

THREE RIVERS, TX 78071
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Baths
2,856 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.
2.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$267K
$257K low$277K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$267,204
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$213,763

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,330 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$208,950 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,687
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,950

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
100
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.6%
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.Rural Residence
CountyLive Oak
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Three Rivers Jr/Sr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.4 mi
E
Three Rivers Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.6 mi

District: Three Rivers Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78071These 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.80
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 100.30

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,160
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.$62,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3898 Highway 281 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 84% of homes in Three Rivers 78071
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Live Oak County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Three Rivers 78071
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Three Rivers 78071

What homes are worth in Three Rivers 78071

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

This home
$73K$387K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Three Rivers 78071.

How it measures up in Three Rivers 78071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Three Rivers 78071.

Estimated value$267,204
CheaperTypical $173,336Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

How 3898 Highway 281 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThree Rivers 78071Live Oak County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,20484% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9422% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than2,856 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.4 ac85% of homes81% of homes

About 3898 Highway 281

How much is 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX is $267,204 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $257,029 to $277,379. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX?

3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX has 2,856 square feet of living space and a 2.40-acre lot.

What schools serve 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX?

3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX is assigned to Three Rivers Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C-; Three Rivers Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Three Rivers Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX compare to other homes in Three Rivers 78071?

Among the 1,496 homes in Three Rivers 78071, it is worth more than 84% of them ($267,204 against a typical $173,336), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($94 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,856 ft² against a typical 1,366 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.4 ac against a typical 0.87 ac). Measured against all of Live Oak County, it is worth more than 77% 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 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX?

The 2022 property tax bill for 3898 Highway 281, Three Rivers, TX was $1,330. The county assessed it at $208,950.

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