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$261,714$190 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $61,300 on Oct 14, 2016

538 WATER ST

COMFORT, TX 78013
1
Baths
1,378 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$262K
$228K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$61,300 · Oct 14, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,524 (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.$170,420 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,420

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.59
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
68
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.30 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.1 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
CountyKENDALL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Comfort Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Comfort Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Comfort High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Comfort Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78013These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,260
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,094
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

538 Water 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Kendall County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Comfort 78013
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Kendall County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Comfort 78013
  • Older than 85% of homes in Kendall County

What homes are worth in Comfort 78013

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

This home
$251K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Comfort 78013.

How it measures up in Comfort 78013

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Comfort 78013.

Estimated value$261,714
CheaperTypical $567,795Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $325Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,378 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 1.51 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 538 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeComfort 78013Kendall County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,7143% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1903% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,378 ft²35% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac14% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than198325% of homes15% of homes

About 538 Water St

How much is 538 Water St, Comfort, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Water St, Comfort, TX is $261,714 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $228,344 to $295,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Water St, Comfort, TX last sell?

538 Water St, Comfort, TX last sold on Oct 14, 2016 for $61,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Water St, Comfort, TX?

538 Water St, Comfort, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,378 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 538 Water St, Comfort, TX built?

538 Water St, Comfort, TX was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Water St, Comfort, TX?

538 Water St, Comfort, TX is assigned to Comfort Middle School (middle), rated B+; Comfort Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Comfort High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Comfort Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Water St, Comfort, TX compare to other homes in Comfort 78013?

Among the 2,744 homes in Comfort 78013, it is worth more than 3% of them ($261,714 against a typical $567,795), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($190 against a typical $325), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,378 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 1.51 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1983 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Kendall County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Water St, Comfort, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Water St, Comfort, TX was $2,524. The county assessed it at $170,420.

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