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$916,159$253 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

489 SHELF ROCK

DRIFTWOOD, TX 78619
0
Baths
3,626 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$916K
$865K low$968K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$117,909
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$94,327
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.88%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$548,250
EVERETT FINANCIAL INC · recorded May 25, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$250,000
AMERICAN AIRLINES FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,179 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$787,635 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$577,595
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$837,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$787,635

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.75 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyHays
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.Mixed
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.Porch · 275 ft²Outdoor kitchen

Transaction History(5)

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
Cypress Springs Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Sycamore Springs Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Dripping Springs High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Dripping Springs Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78619These 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.36
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$150,882
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,749
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

489 Shelf Rock 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 90% of homes in Hays County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Driftwood 78619
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Hays County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Rim Rock
  • Older than 89% of homes in Rim Rock

What homes are worth in Driftwood 78619

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

This home
$361K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Driftwood 78619.

How it measures up in Driftwood 78619

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Driftwood 78619.

Estimated value$916,159
CheaperTypical $975,368Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $322Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area3,626 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,989 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 1.89 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2012Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 489 Shelf Rock ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRim RockDriftwood 78619Hays County
Estimated valuepricier than$916,15931% of homes41% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2539% of homes8% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than3,626 ft²66% of homes76% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac5% of homes10% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than200711% of homes39% of homes42% of homes

About 489 Shelf Rock

How much is 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX is $916,159 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $864,572 to $967,746. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX last sell?

489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX last sold on May 25, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX?

489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX has 3,626 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX built?

489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX?

489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX is assigned to Cypress Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Sycamore Springs Middle School (middle), rated A; Dripping Springs High School (high), rated B. All sit in Dripping Springs Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX compare to other homes in Driftwood 78619?

Among the 2,598 homes in Driftwood 78619, it is worth more than 41% of them ($916,159 against a typical $975,368), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($253 against a typical $322), it is bigger than 76% of them (3,626 ft² against a typical 2,989 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 1.89 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (2007 against a typical 2012). Measured against all of Hays County, it is worth more than 90% 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 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 489 Shelf Rock, Driftwood, TX was $13,179. The county assessed it at $787,635.

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