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$229,646$321 / 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 89How 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

538 CATALPA ST

MATAGORDA, TX 77457
1
Baths
715 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$230K
$205K low$255K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,464 (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.$180,798 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,548
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,214
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,798

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.58
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyMatagorda
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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, 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 · 180 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
Matagorda SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Matagorda Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77457These 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.155
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.270
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

538 Catalpa 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 79% of homes in Matagorda 77457
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Matagorda County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Matagorda 77457

What homes are worth in Matagorda 77457

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

This home
$124K$972K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Matagorda 77457.

How it measures up in Matagorda 77457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matagorda 77457.

Estimated value$229,646
CheaperTypical $376,520Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$321
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area715 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 538 Catalpa St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatagorda 77457Matagorda County
Estimated valuepricier than$229,64621% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32157% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than715 ft²20% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac52% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than196720% of homes28% of homes

About 538 Catalpa St

How much is 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX is $229,646 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $204,687 to $254,605. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX?

538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX has 1 bathrooms, 715 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX built?

538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX was built in 1967, making it 59 years old.

What schools serve 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX?

538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX is assigned to Matagorda School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Matagorda Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX compare to other homes in Matagorda 77457?

Among the 1,362 homes in Matagorda 77457, it is worth more than 21% of them ($229,646 against a typical $376,520), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($321 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 20% of them (715 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1967 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Matagorda County, it is worth more than 52% 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 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Catalpa St, Matagorda, TX was $2,464. The county assessed it at $180,798.

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