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494 RIVER CHASE WAY

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78132
3
Baths
3,157 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.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,590 (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.$763,921 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$179,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$601,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$694,474
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$781,230

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
65
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
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.
26
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
CountyComal
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.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 122 ft²Patio · 429 ft²Porch · 267 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
Hoffmann Lane Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Canyon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi
M
Church Hill Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: Comal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78132These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.50,562
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.266 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,962
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

494 River Chase Way 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.

  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Comal County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in River Chase
  • Older than 69% of homes in River Chase

How it measures up in New Braunfels 78132

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Braunfels 78132.

Living area3,157 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,559 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 494 River Chase Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver ChaseNew Braunfels 78132Comal County
Living areabigger than3,157 ft²73% of homes74% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac19% of homes56% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than200631% of homes34% of homes49% of homes

About 494 River Chase Way

When did 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX last sell?

494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX last sold on Aug 30, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX?

494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX has 3 bathrooms, 3,157 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX built?

494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX?

494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX is assigned to Hoffmann Lane Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Canyon High School (high), rated B; Church Hill Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Comal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX compare to other homes in New Braunfels 78132?

Among the 19,476 homes in New Braunfels 78132, it is bigger than 74% of them (3,157 ft² against a typical 2,559 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (2006 against a typical 2014). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 494 River Chase Way, New Braunfels, TX was $3,590. The county assessed it at $763,921.

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