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$218,222$83 / 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 92How 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

521 N RUSK ST

WHARTON, TX 77488
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,618 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$218K
$200K low$236K 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.$218,222
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$174,578

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$228,324 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,622
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,491

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.44
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.0.2 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
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 168 ft²

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 · 0.3 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%

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

521 N Rusk 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Wharton County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Wharton 77488
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Wharton County
  • Older than 93% 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.

This home
$47K$504K

This home is worth more than 64% 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$218,222
CheaperTypical $183,795Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$83
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,618 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 521 N Rusk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWharton 77488Wharton County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,22264% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8314% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,618 ft²91% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac24% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than19357% of homes8% of homes

About 521 N Rusk St

How much is 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX is $218,222 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $200,068 to $236,376. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX last sell?

521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX?

521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,618 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX built?

521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX?

521 N Rusk 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 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX compare to other homes in Wharton 77488?

Among the 5,004 homes in Wharton 77488, it is worth more than 64% of them ($218,222 against a typical $183,795), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($83 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,618 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1935 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Wharton County, it is worth more than 59% 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 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX was $2,508. The county assessed it at $228,324.

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