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$188,055$142 / 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
Last sold for $68,400 on Sep 6, 2006

8170 S HIGHWAY 77

FORRESTON, TX 76041
2
Baths
1,320 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$188K
$167K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$68,400 · Sep 6, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,926 (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.$152,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,935
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyELLIS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 120 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.

E
Oliver E. Clift Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 9.0 mi
M
Robbie E Howard Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.7 mi
H
Waxahachie High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.0 mi

District: Waxahachie Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76041These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.688
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,640
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

8170 S Highway 77 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 95% of homes in Ellis County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Ellis County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Ellis County
  • Among the smallest lots in Forreston 76041
  • Older than 93% of homes in Ellis County

What homes are worth in Forreston 76041

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

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$148K$573K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Forreston 76041.

How it measures up in Forreston 76041

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forreston 76041.

Estimated value$188,055
CheaperTypical $254,921Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 8170 S Highway 77 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForreston 76041Ellis County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,0559% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14221% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²34% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 acalmost no homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than195033% of homes7% of homes

About 8170 S Highway 77

How much is 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX is $188,055 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $166,709 to $209,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX last sell?

8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX last sold on Sep 6, 2006 for $68,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX?

8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX built?

8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX?

8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX is assigned to Oliver E. Clift Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Robbie E Howard Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Waxahachie High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Waxahachie Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX compare to other homes in Forreston 76041?

Among the 158 homes in Forreston 76041, it is worth more than 9% of them ($188,055 against a typical $254,921), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($142 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1950 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Ellis County, it is worth more than 5% 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 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8170 S Highway 77, Forreston, TX was $1,926. The county assessed it at $152,000.

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