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$135,088$89 / 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 93How 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

617 JAMES ST

REFUGIO, TX 78377
0
Baths
1,520 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$135K
$126K low$144K 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.$27,956
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$22,365
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.82%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$107,132
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Oct 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,886 (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.$133,830 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,870
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$103,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,830

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.49
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
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.7 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.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
CountyRefugio
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Deck · 286 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Refugio High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Refugio Jr High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Refugio Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 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.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

617 James 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 69% of homes in Refugio County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Refugio 78377

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
$53K$438K

This home is worth more than 54% 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$135,088
CheaperTypical $128,900Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,520 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 617 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRefugio 78377Refugio County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,08854% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8939% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,520 ft²60% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac72% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195548% of homes41% of homes

About 617 James St

How much is 617 James St, Refugio, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 James St, Refugio, TX is $135,088 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $125,699 to $144,477. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 James St, Refugio, TX last sell?

617 James St, Refugio, TX last sold on Oct 19, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 James St, Refugio, TX?

617 James St, Refugio, TX has 1,520 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 617 James St, Refugio, TX built?

617 James St, Refugio, TX was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 617 James St, Refugio, TX?

617 James 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 617 James St, Refugio, TX compare to other homes in Refugio 78377?

Among the 1,563 homes in Refugio 78377, it is worth more than 54% of them ($135,088 against a typical $128,900), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($89 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,520 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1955 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Refugio County, it is worth more than 49% 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 617 James St, Refugio, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 James St, Refugio, TX was $1,886. The county assessed it at $133,830.

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