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$764,099$228 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

8231 SHINING ELK

GARDEN RIDGE, TX 78266
3
Baths
3,348 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
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

$764K
$708K low$820K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,617 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$899,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$734,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$899,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$899,910

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.63
23
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
62
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
100
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyComal
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 361 ft²Porch · 770 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Garden Ridge Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Davenport High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Danville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi

District: Comal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78266These 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.40
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.14,517
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,456
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

8231 Shining Elk 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 79% of homes in Comal County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Comal County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Comal County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in San Antonio 78266

What homes are worth in San Antonio 78266

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

This home
$267K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in San Antonio 78266.

How it measures up in San Antonio 78266

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Antonio 78266.

Estimated value$764,099
CheaperTypical $668,175Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area3,348 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,786 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.81 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 8231 Shining Elk ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSan Antonio 78266Comal County
Estimated valuepricier than$764,09962% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22851% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than3,348 ft²71% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac63% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than201880% of homes74% of homes

About 8231 Shining Elk

How much is 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX is $764,099 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $708,127 to $820,071. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX last sell?

8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX last sold on Apr 6, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX?

8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX has 3 bathrooms, 3,348 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX built?

8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX?

8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX is assigned to Garden Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Davenport High School (high), rated B-; Danville Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Comal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX compare to other homes in San Antonio 78266?

Among the 3,652 homes in San Antonio 78266, it is worth more than 62% of them ($764,099 against a typical $668,175), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($228 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 71% of them (3,348 ft² against a typical 2,786 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.81 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2018 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Comal County, it is worth more than 79% 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 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8231 Shining Elk, Garden Ridge, TX was $10,617. The county assessed it at $899,910.

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