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$285,846$139 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

838 WEST DR

PORT NECHES, TX 77651
0
Baths
2,054 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$286K
$261K low$311K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,888 (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.$223,156 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,896
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,544
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,156

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
73
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
52
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
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
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Porch · 460 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Woodcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.3 mi
H
Port Neches-Groves High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Port Neches Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Port Neches-Groves Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77651These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,368
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.891 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,121
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,192
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

838 West Dr 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 80% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Port Neches 77651
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Port Neches 77651
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Port Neches 77651

What homes are worth in Port Neches 77651

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

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$136K$664K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Port Neches 77651.

How it measures up in Port Neches 77651

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Port Neches 77651.

Estimated value$285,846
CheaperTypical $264,525Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,054 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,667 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 838 West Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePort Neches 77651Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,84658% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13919% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than2,054 ft²71% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac65% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than197867% of homes66% of homes

About 838 West Dr

How much is 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX is $285,846 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $260,971 to $310,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX last sell?

838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX last sold on Apr 24, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX?

838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX has 2,054 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX built?

838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX?

838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX is assigned to Woodcrest Elementary School (elementary); Port Neches-Groves High School (high), rated B-; Port Neches Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Port Neches-Groves Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX compare to other homes in Port Neches 77651?

Among the 5,162 homes in Port Neches 77651, it is worth more than 58% of them ($285,846 against a typical $264,525), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($139 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,054 ft² against a typical 1,667 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1978 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 80% 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 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 West Dr, Port Neches, TX was $5,888. The county assessed it at $223,156.

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