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$215,528$153 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $214,207 on Jul 20, 2026

4509 ESSEX DR

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78413
0
Baths
1,411 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.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$216K
$194K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$214,207 · Jul 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$426 (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.$220,384 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,845
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$176,539
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,384

Climate Risk

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%

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
CountyNUECES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1980
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 268 ft²Porch · 119 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
Tom Browne Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Schanen Estates Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Mary Carroll High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Corpus Christi Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78413These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,340
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,621 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,524
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

4509 Essex 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 83% of homes in Corpus Christi 78413
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Corpus Christi 78413
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Corpus Christi 78413
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in South Side
  • Older than 88% of homes in South Side

What homes are worth in Corpus Christi 78413

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

This home
$138K$654K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Corpus Christi 78413.

How it measures up in Corpus Christi 78413

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Corpus Christi 78413.

Estimated value$215,528
CheaperTypical $267,664Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,411 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 4509 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth SideCorpus Christi 78413Nueces County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,52822% of homes17% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15341% of homes66% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,411 ft²24% of homes16% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac88% of homes85% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197012% of homes13% of homes38% of homes

About 4509 Essex Dr

How much is 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX is $215,528 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $194,307 to $236,749. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX last sell?

4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX last sold on Jul 20, 2026 for $214,207, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX?

4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX has 1,411 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX built?

4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX?

4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX is assigned to Tom Browne Middle School (middle), rated D+; Schanen Estates Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Mary Carroll High School (high), rated D. All sit in Corpus Christi Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX compare to other homes in Corpus Christi 78413?

Among the 10,257 homes in Corpus Christi 78413, it is worth more than 17% of them ($215,528 against a typical $267,664), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($153 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,411 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1970 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Nueces 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 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4509 Essex Dr, Corpus Christi, TX was $426. The county assessed it at $220,384.

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