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$418,010$311 / 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 91How 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

483 COUNTY ROAD 257

MATAGORDA, TX 77457
1
Baths
1,344 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.
0.16 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.

Valuation

$418K
$380K low$456K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,969 (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.$362,240 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$373,490
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$362,240

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.62
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.63 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 240 ft²

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.

E
Matagorda SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Matagorda Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77457These 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.155
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 100.14

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.45%
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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

483 County Road 257 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 87% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Matagorda 77457

What homes are worth in Matagorda 77457

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

This home
$137K$892K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Matagorda 77457.

How it measures up in Matagorda 77457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matagorda 77457.

Estimated value$418,010
CheaperTypical $372,073Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 483 County Road 257 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatagorda 77457Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$418,01060% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31151% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²60% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac42% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than197025% of homes34% of homes

About 483 County Road 257

How much is 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX is $418,010 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $379,642 to $456,378. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX?

483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX built?

483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX?

483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX is assigned to Matagorda School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Matagorda Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX compare to other homes in Matagorda 77457?

Among the 1,362 homes in Matagorda 77457, it is worth more than 60% of them ($418,010 against a typical $372,073), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($311 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1970 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than 87% 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 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 483 County Road 257, Matagorda, TX was $1,969. The county assessed it at $362,240.

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