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$492,208$233 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

496 POOL RD

RICHARDS, TX 77873
0
Baths
2,117 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$492K
$452K low$533K 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.$492,208
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$393,766

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,999 (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.$280,053 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$254,594
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$287,210

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.61
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.10 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.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
CountyWALKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
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.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.Porch · 192 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Samuel Walker Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 14.3 mi
M
Mance Park Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.9 mi
H
Huntsville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.9 mi

District: Huntsville Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77873These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.1,830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

496 Pool Rd 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 87% of homes in Walker County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Walker County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Richards 77873
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Walker County

What homes are worth in Richards 77873

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

This home
$84K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Richards 77873.

How it measures up in Richards 77873

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richards 77873.

Estimated value$492,208
CheaperTypical $335,514Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area2,117 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

How 496 Pool Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichards 77873Walker County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,20875% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23352% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,117 ft²74% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac80% of homes88% of homes

About 496 Pool Rd

How much is 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX is $492,208 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $451,741 to $532,675. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX last sell?

496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX?

496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX has 2,117 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX?

496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX is assigned to Samuel Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Mance Park Middle School (middle), rated C+; Huntsville High School (high), rated D. All sit in Huntsville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX compare to other homes in Richards 77873?

Among the 698 homes in Richards 77873, it is worth more than 75% of them ($492,208 against a typical $335,514), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($233 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,117 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 80% of them (6 ac against a typical 1.95 ac). Measured against all of Walker County, it is worth more than 87% 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 Pool Rd, Richards, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 496 Pool Rd, Richards, TX was $3,999. The county assessed it at $280,053.

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