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$390,679$205 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $220,000 on Aug 12, 2020

5438 FM 1817

PALESTINE, TX 75801
0
Baths
1,904 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.
18.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$391K
$309K low$472K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Aug 12, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,782 (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.$351,858 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,665
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$206,193
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,858
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,858

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.61
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
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.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.11 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.Rural Residence
CountyANDERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.18.79
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, Attached
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.Patio · 264 ft²Porch · 72 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.

H
Elkhart High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
E
Elkhart Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.0 mi
M
Elkhart Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi

District: Elkhart Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75801These 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.124
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 100.29

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.89%
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.16%
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.18,020
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.87 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,100
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,067
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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%

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How this home compares

5438 Fm 1817 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 more than 90% of homes in Palestine 75801
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Palestine 75801
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Palestine 75801
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Palestine 75801
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Palestine 75801

What homes are worth in Palestine 75801

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

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$48K$648K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Palestine 75801.

How it measures up in Palestine 75801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palestine 75801.

Estimated value$390,679
CheaperTypical $167,171Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,904 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size18.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 5438 Fm 1817 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalestine 75801Anderson County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,67990% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20592% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,904 ft²72% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than18.79 ac95% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198766% of homes54% of homes

About 5438 Fm 1817

How much is 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX is $390,679 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $308,868 to $472,490. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX last sell?

5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX last sold on Aug 12, 2020 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX?

5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX has 1,904 square feet of living space and a 18.79-acre lot.

When was 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX built?

5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX was built in 1987, making it 39 years old.

What schools serve 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX?

5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX is assigned to Elkhart High School (high), rated B+; Elkhart Elementary School (elementary); Elkhart Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Elkhart Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX compare to other homes in Palestine 75801?

Among the 6,479 homes in Palestine 75801, it is worth more than 90% of them ($390,679 against a typical $167,171), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($205 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,904 ft² against a typical 1,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (18.79 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1987 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Anderson County, it is worth more than 84% 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 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5438 Fm 1817, Palestine, TX was $1,782. The county assessed it at $351,858.

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