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$370,000$235 / 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 92How 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

496 JAMES ST

CLUTE, TX 77531
1
Baths
1,572 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.
1.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$370K
$339K low$401K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,085 (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.$290,860 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$272,926
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,860

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyBrazoria
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.65
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.Electric
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 36 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.

H
Brazoswood High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Clute Intermediate SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
E
T.W. Ogg Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi

District: Brazosport Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77531These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.80%
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.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,727
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.828 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,283
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,350
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

496 James 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 more than 93% of homes in Clute 77531
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Clute 77531
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Brazoria County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Clute 77531
  • Older than 89% of homes in Brazoria County

What homes are worth in Clute 77531

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

This home
$95K$435K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Clute 77531.

How it measures up in Clute 77531

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clute 77531.

Estimated value$370,000
CheaperTypical $220,161Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,572 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,580 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size1.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 496 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClute 77531Brazoria County
Estimated valuepricier than$370,00093% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23598% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,572 ft²49% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.65 ac96% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than196029% of homes11% of homes

About 496 James St

How much is 496 James St, Clute, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 James St, Clute, TX is $370,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $338,710 to $401,290. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 James St, Clute, TX last sell?

496 James St, Clute, TX last sold on Dec 5, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 James St, Clute, TX?

496 James St, Clute, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,572 square feet of living space and a 1.65-acre lot.

When was 496 James St, Clute, TX built?

496 James St, Clute, TX was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 496 James St, Clute, TX?

496 James St, Clute, TX is assigned to Brazoswood High School (high), rated C-; Clute Intermediate School (middle), rated C; T.W. Ogg Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Brazosport Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 James St, Clute, TX compare to other homes in Clute 77531?

Among the 4,350 homes in Clute 77531, it is worth more than 93% of them ($370,000 against a typical $220,161), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($235 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,572 ft² against a typical 1,580 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1.65 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1960 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Brazoria County, it is worth more than 62% 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 496 James St, Clute, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 496 James St, Clute, TX was $4,085. The county assessed it at $290,860.

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