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$286,252$151 / 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 88How 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 $219,400 on Jul 28, 2020

4500 RANCH ROAD 261

BUCHANAN DAM, TX 78609
2
Baths
1,891 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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

$286K
$253K low$319K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,400 · Jul 28, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,559 (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.$201,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,670
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$274,896
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,260

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
66
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.
38
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLLANO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 360 ft²Porch · 217 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Burnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.9 mi
H
Burnet High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.2 mi
E
Shady Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 14.7 mi

District: Burnet Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78609These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,049
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,836
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,824
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

4500 Ranch Road 261 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 83% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609

What homes are worth in Buchanan Dam 78609

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

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$178K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609.

How it measures up in Buchanan Dam 78609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buchanan Dam 78609.

Estimated value$286,252
CheaperTypical $498,449Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,891 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 4500 Ranch Road 261 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuchanan Dam 78609Llano County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,25217% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1512% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,891 ft²68% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac29% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than200548% of homes48% of homes

About 4500 Ranch Road 261

How much is 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX is $286,252 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $253,190 to $319,314. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX last sell?

4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX last sold on Jul 28, 2020 for $219,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,891 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX built?

4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX is assigned to Burnet Middle School (middle), rated C+; Burnet High School (high), rated B-; Shady Grove Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Burnet Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX compare to other homes in Buchanan Dam 78609?

Among the 1,278 homes in Buchanan Dam 78609, it is worth more than 17% of them ($286,252 against a typical $498,449), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($151 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,891 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (2005 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Llano County, it is worth more than 18% 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 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4500 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX was $2,559. The county assessed it at $201,260.

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