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$180,513$120 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $203,490 on Mar 7, 2025

509 E ALABAMA ST

WHARTON, TX 77488
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,506 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$181K
$161K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$203,490 · Mar 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,930 (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.$151,994 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,313
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,681
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,855
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,994

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
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
CountyWHARTON
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.1969
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Porch · 214 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.

M
Wharton Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
C G Sivells Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.8 mi
H
Wharton High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Wharton Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77488These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.15,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,107
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°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.58%

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How this home compares

509 E Alabama 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Wharton 77488
  • Older than 73% of homes in Wharton 77488

What homes are worth in Wharton 77488

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

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$50K$478K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Wharton 77488.

How it measures up in Wharton 77488

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wharton 77488.

Estimated value$180,513
CheaperTypical $180,513Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,506 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 509 E Alabama St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWharton 77488Wharton County
Estimated valuepricier than$180,51350% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12053% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,506 ft²53% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac20% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195027% of homes28% of homes

About 509 E Alabama St

How much is 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX is $180,513 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $161,393 to $199,633. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX last sell?

509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX last sold on Mar 7, 2025 for $203,490, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX?

509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,506 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX built?

509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX?

509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX is assigned to Wharton Jr High School (middle), rated C-; C G Sivells Elementary School (elementary); Wharton High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Wharton Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX compare to other homes in Wharton 77488?

Among the 5,004 homes in Wharton 77488, it is worth more than 50% of them ($180,513 against a typical $180,513), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($120 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,506 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1950 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Wharton County, it is worth more than 46% 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 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 E Alabama St, Wharton, TX was $1,930. The county assessed it at $151,994.

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