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$125,537$114 / 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 55How 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

490 W RICHMOND ST

GIDDINGS, TX 78942
1
Baths
1,099 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.
3,467 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$126K
$69K low$182K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,235 (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.$115,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,360

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
100
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.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 91 ft²Porch · 166 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.

E
Giddings Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.1 mi
M
Giddings Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Giddings High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Giddings Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78942These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.87%
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.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,978
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,995
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,693
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

490 W Richmond St 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 96% of homes in Giddings 78942
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Lee County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Giddings 78942
  • Among the smallest lots in Lee County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Giddings 78942

What homes are worth in Giddings 78942

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

This home
$107K$646K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Giddings 78942.

How it measures up in Giddings 78942

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Giddings 78942.

Estimated value$125,537
CheaperTypical $226,929Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,099 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,467 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 490 W Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGiddings 78942Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$125,5374% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11415% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,099 ft²22% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,467 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than19508% of homes8% of homes

About 490 W Richmond St

How much is 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX is $125,537 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $68,937 to $182,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX last sell?

490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX last sold on Jun 1, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX?

490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,099 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX built?

490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX?

490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX is assigned to Giddings Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Giddings Middle School (middle), rated B; Giddings High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Giddings Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX compare to other homes in Giddings 78942?

Among the 2,829 homes in Giddings 78942, it is worth more than 4% of them ($125,537 against a typical $226,929), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($114 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,099 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,467 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1950 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 5% 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 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 490 W Richmond St, Giddings, TX was $2,235. The county assessed it at $115,360.

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