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$256,703$157 / 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

489 THISTLE LN

MAXWELL, TX 78656
0
Baths
1,631 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$257K
$226K low$287K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$948 (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.$213,548 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,288
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,548

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.46
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyHays
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 121 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
Hemphill Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
D J Red Simon Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Lehman High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Hays Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78656These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.1,658
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,808
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,799
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

489 Thistle Ln 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 85% of homes in Hays County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Hays County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Hays County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Hays County
  • Among the newest homes in Maxwell 78656

What homes are worth in Maxwell 78656

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

This home
$189K$569K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Maxwell 78656.

How it measures up in Maxwell 78656

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Maxwell 78656.

Estimated value$256,703
CheaperTypical $252,116Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,631 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 2022Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 489 Thistle Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMaxwell 78656Hays County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,70352% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15752% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,631 ft²63% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac32% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 489 Thistle Ln

How much is 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX is $256,703 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $226,063 to $287,343. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX last sell?

489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX last sold on Feb 25, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX?

489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX has 1,631 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX built?

489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX was built in 2024, making it 2 years old.

What schools serve 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX?

489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX is assigned to Hemphill Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; D J Red Simon Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lehman High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Hays Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX compare to other homes in Maxwell 78656?

Among the 3,437 homes in Maxwell 78656, it is worth more than 52% of them ($256,703 against a typical $252,116), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($157 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,631 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 2022). Measured against all of Hays County, it is worth more than 15% 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 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 489 Thistle Ln, Maxwell, TX was $948. The county assessed it at $213,548.

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