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$48,788$51 / 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

518 E REFUGIO ST

CRYSTAL CITY, TX 78839
3
Beds
1
Baths
950 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$49K
$40K low$58K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,412 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$62,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,390
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$62,290

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.57
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
71
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 729 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
Sterling H Fly Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Zavala Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.3 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

518 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.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Zavala County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Zavala County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Crystal City 78839

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
$47K$322K

This home is worth more than 3% of 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$48,788
CheaperTypical $86,244Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $65Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,256 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 518 E Refugio St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrystal City 78839Zavala County
Estimated valuepricier than$48,7883% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5119% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²26% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac51% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than197144% of homes37% of homes

About 518 E Refugio St

How much is 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX is $48,788 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $39,996 to $57,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX last sell?

518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX last sold on Dec 5, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX built?

518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX was built in 1971, making it 55 years old.

What schools serve 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX is assigned to Sterling H Fly Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Zavala Elementary School (elementary), 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 518 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 3% of them ($48,788 against a typical $86,244), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($51 against a typical $65), it is bigger than 26% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,256 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1971 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Zavala County, it is worth more than 2% 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 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 518 E Refugio St, Crystal City, TX was $1,412. The county assessed it at $62,290.

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