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$287,934$231 / 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 81How 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 $198,436 on Feb 5, 2024

511 WALNUT ST

FORRESTON, TX 76041
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,248 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.
0.29 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Aug 4, 2026.

Valuation

$288K
$234K low$342K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,436 · Feb 5, 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.$138,734
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$110,987
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.52%
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.$149,200
ONE CREDIT UNION OF NY · recorded Feb 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,177 (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.$219,384 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$129,384
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,367
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,384

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.54
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyELLIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 80 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Oliver E. Clift Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 9.1 mi
M
Robbie E Howard Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.8 mi
H
Waxahachie High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.0 mi

District: Waxahachie Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76041These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.94%
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.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.688
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,640
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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

511 Walnut 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 less than 75% of homes in Ellis County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Ellis County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Ellis County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Ellis County

What homes are worth in Forreston 76041

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

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$147K$762K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Forreston 76041.

How it measures up in Forreston 76041

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forreston 76041.

Estimated value$287,934
CheaperTypical $279,708Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 511 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 76041Ellis County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,93454% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23184% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²27% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac44% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than197452% of homes15% of homes

About 511 Walnut St

How much is 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX is $287,934 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $234,128 to $341,740. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX last sell?

511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX last sold on Feb 5, 2024 for $198,436, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX?

511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX built?

511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX?

511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX is assigned to Oliver E. Clift Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Robbie E Howard Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Waxahachie High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Waxahachie Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX compare to other homes in Forreston 76041?

Among the 158 homes in Forreston 76041, it is worth more than 54% of them ($287,934 against a typical $279,708), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($231 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1974 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Ellis County, it is worth more than 25% 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 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 Walnut St, Forreston, TX was $3,177. The county assessed it at $219,384.

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