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$183,599$111 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $93,600 on Nov 26, 2024

500 RITCHIE AVE

PANHANDLE, TX 79068
0
Baths
1,659 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$184K
$175K low$193K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$93,600 · Nov 26, 2024
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.$39,099
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$31,279
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.78%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$144,500
RIGHT START MORTGAGE INC · recorded Feb 25, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,013 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$164,150 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,150

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
78
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
28
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyCarson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage and Carport
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 · 84 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.

M
Panhandle Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Panhandle Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Panhandle High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Panhandle Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 79068These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.124
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,952
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,505
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,590
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

500 Ritchie Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Panhandle 79068
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Panhandle 79068

What homes are worth in Panhandle 79068

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

This home
$54K$579K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Panhandle 79068.

How it measures up in Panhandle 79068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Panhandle 79068.

Estimated value$183,599
CheaperTypical $189,841Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,659 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 500 Ritchie Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePanhandle 79068Carson County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,59948% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11135% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,659 ft²53% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac78% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than195841% of homes44% of homes

About 500 Ritchie Ave

How much is 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX is $183,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $174,579 to $192,619. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX last sell?

500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX last sold on Nov 26, 2024 for $93,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX?

500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX has 1,659 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX built?

500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX?

500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX is assigned to Panhandle Jr High School (middle), rated A; Panhandle Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Panhandle High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Panhandle Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX compare to other homes in Panhandle 79068?

Among the 1,305 homes in Panhandle 79068, it is worth more than 48% of them ($183,599 against a typical $189,841), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($111 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,659 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1958 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Carson 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 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX?

The 2022 property tax bill for 500 Ritchie Ave, Panhandle, TX was $2,013. The county assessed it at $164,150.

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