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$46,313$52 / 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 82How 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

501 E REFUGIO ST

CRYSTAL CITY, TX 78839
2
Beds
1
Baths
888 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$46K
$38K low$55K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$481 (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.$43,060 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,145
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$50,610

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.49
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
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.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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
CountyZavala
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.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)

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
Zavala Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.4 mi
M
Sterling H Fly Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Crystal City High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Crystal City Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78839These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.33%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,613
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,093
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

501 E Refugio 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Crystal City 78839
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Zavala County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Crystal City 78839
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Zavala County

What homes are worth in Crystal City 78839

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

This home
$48K$316K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Crystal City 78839.

How it measures up in Crystal City 78839

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crystal City 78839.

Estimated value$46,313
CheaperTypical $86,347Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$52
CheaperTypical $65Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 501 E Refugio St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrystal City 78839Zavala County
Estimated valuepricier than$46,313almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5220% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²19% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac36% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than197450% of homes43% of homes

About 501 E Refugio St

How much is 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX is $46,313 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $37,967 to $54,659. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX last sell?

501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX last sold on Feb 28, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX built?

501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX was built in 1974, making it 52 years old.

What schools serve 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX is assigned to Zavala Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Sterling H Fly Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Crystal City High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Crystal City Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX compare to other homes in Crystal City 78839?

Among the 3,351 homes in Crystal City 78839, it is worth more than almost none of them ($46,313 against a typical $86,347), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($52 against a typical $65), it is bigger than 19% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1974 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Zavala County, it is worth more than almost no 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 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

The 2022 property tax bill for 501 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX was $481. The county assessed it at $43,060.

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