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$79,851$55 / 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 76How 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

525 1ST ST

REFUGIO, TX 78377
0
Baths
1,451 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.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$80K
$61K low$99K 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.$79,851
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$63,881

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$223 (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.$77,720 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,220
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$77,720

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.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
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.8 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.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.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 124 ft²

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

H
Refugio High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Refugio Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Refugio Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 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.Yes

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

525 1st 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 87% of homes in Refugio County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Refugio County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Refugio County
  • Older than 77% 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$446K

This home is worth more than 14% 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$79,851
CheaperTypical $128,455Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,451 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 525 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRefugio 78377Refugio County
Estimated valuepricier than$79,85114% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$559% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,451 ft²56% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac24% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than194527% of homes23% of homes

About 525 1st St

How much is 525 1st St, Refugio, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 525 1st St, Refugio, TX is $79,851 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $60,597 to $99,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 525 1st St, Refugio, TX last sell?

525 1st St, Refugio, TX last sold on Feb 5, 1964, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 525 1st St, Refugio, TX?

525 1st St, Refugio, TX has 1,451 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 525 1st St, Refugio, TX built?

525 1st St, Refugio, TX was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 525 1st St, Refugio, TX?

525 1st St, Refugio, TX is assigned to Refugio High School (high), rated C-; Refugio Jr High School (middle), rated C+; Refugio Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Refugio Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 525 1st St, Refugio, TX compare to other homes in Refugio 78377?

Among the 1,563 homes in Refugio 78377, it is worth more than 14% of them ($79,851 against a typical $128,455), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($55 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,451 ft² against a typical 1,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1945 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Refugio County, it is worth more than 13% 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 525 1st St, Refugio, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 525 1st St, Refugio, TX was $223. The county assessed it at $77,720.

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