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$123,742$109 / 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 79How 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

514 JAMES ST

REFUGIO, TX 78377
0
Baths
1,140 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$124K
$98K low$149K 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.$123,742
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,729 (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.$133,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,000

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
26
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.3 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.minimal

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
CountyRefugio
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 60 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.

E
Refugio Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Refugio High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
Refugio Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi

District: Refugio Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78377These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,577
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,388
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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

514 James 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.

  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Refugio 78377
  • Older than 93% of homes in Refugio County

What homes are worth in Refugio 78377

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

This home
$52K$431K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Refugio 78377.

How it measures up in Refugio 78377

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Refugio 78377.

Estimated value$123,742
CheaperTypical $128,554Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 514 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRefugio 78377Refugio County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,74247% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10959% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²32% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac47% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than19388% of homes7% of homes

About 514 James St

How much is 514 James St, Refugio, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 514 James St, Refugio, TX is $123,742 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $98,091 to $149,393. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 514 James St, Refugio, TX last sell?

514 James St, Refugio, TX last sold on Nov 20, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 514 James St, Refugio, TX?

514 James St, Refugio, TX has 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 514 James St, Refugio, TX built?

514 James St, Refugio, TX was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 514 James St, Refugio, TX?

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

How does 514 James St, Refugio, TX compare to other homes in Refugio 78377?

Among the 1,563 homes in Refugio 78377, it is worth more than 47% of them ($123,742 against a typical $128,554), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($109 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1938 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Refugio County, it is worth more than 42% 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 514 James St, Refugio, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 514 James St, Refugio, TX was $1,729. The county assessed it at $133,000.

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