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$294,567$152 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $243,800 on Apr 28, 2021

438 THISTLE DR

GARLAND, TX 75043
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,941 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$295K
$282K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,800 · Apr 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,112 (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.$260,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$282,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

M
Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Classical Center at Vial Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
South Garland High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Garland Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75043These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.64,445
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,261 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,687
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

438 Thistle 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 more than 77% of homes in Gatewood
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Gatewood
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Gatewood
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Dallas County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Garland 75043

What homes are worth in Garland 75043

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

This home
$126K$587K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Garland 75043.

How it measures up in Garland 75043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Garland 75043.

Estimated value$294,567
CheaperTypical $299,213Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,941 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,778 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 438 Thistle Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGatewoodGarland 75043Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$294,56777% of homes47% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15212% of homes23% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,941 ft²92% of homes61% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac49% of homes27% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than197350% of homes29% of homes45% of homes

About 438 Thistle Dr

How much is 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX is $294,567 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $282,152 to $306,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX last sell?

438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX last sold on Apr 28, 2021 for $243,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX?

438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,941 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX built?

438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX?

438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX is assigned to Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle School (middle), rated B+; Classical Center at Vial Elementary School (elementary), rated A; South Garland High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Garland Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX compare to other homes in Garland 75043?

Among the 18,172 homes in Garland 75043, it is worth more than 47% of them ($294,567 against a typical $299,213), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($152 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,941 ft² against a typical 1,778 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1973 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 45% 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 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Thistle Dr, Garland, TX was $4,112. The county assessed it at $260,000.

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