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$278,514$248 / 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 94How 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

487 COUNTY ROAD 231

BAY CITY, TX 77414
2
Baths
1,125 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.
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$279K
$262K low$295K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,985 (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.$196,750 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$326,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,750

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.70
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
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.141 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.95%
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.0.80
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
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.

E
Van Vleck Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 17.0 mi
M
Van Vleck Jr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 17.0 mi
H
Van Vleck High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 17.1 mi

District: Van Vleck Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77414These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,328
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,583
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,871
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

487 County Road 231 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 70% of homes in Bay City 77414
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Bay City 77414
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Bay City 77414
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Bay City 77414
  • Older than 67% of homes in Matagorda County

What homes are worth in Bay City 77414

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

This home
$70K$607K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Bay City 77414.

How it measures up in Bay City 77414

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bay City 77414.

Estimated value$278,514
CheaperTypical $220,263Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 487 County Road 231 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBay City 77414Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,51470% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24881% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,125 ft²35% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac84% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197135% of homes33% of homes

About 487 County Road 231

How much is 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX is $278,514 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $262,459 to $294,569. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX last sell?

487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX last sold on May 21, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX?

487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,125 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX built?

487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX was built in 1971, making it 55 years old.

What schools serve 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX?

487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX is assigned to Van Vleck Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Van Vleck Jr High School (middle), rated B-; Van Vleck High School (high), rated C. All sit in Van Vleck Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX compare to other homes in Bay City 77414?

Among the 10,760 homes in Bay City 77414, it is worth more than 70% of them ($278,514 against a typical $220,263), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($248 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,125 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1971 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than 66% 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 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 487 County Road 231, Bay City, TX was $2,985. The county assessed it at $196,750.

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