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$554,031$318 / 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 87How 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 $304,300 on Jan 27, 2021

8412 RANCH ROAD 261

BUCHANAN DAM, TX 78609
1
Baths
1,742 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.
1.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$554K
$484K low$624K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$304,300 · Jan 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,055 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$324,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$229,890
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$323,488
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$324,080

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
85
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
37
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.44 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyLLANO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Mixed
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 · 128 ft²Boat access

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.

M
Burnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.6 mi
H
Burnet High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.9 mi
E
Shady Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 15.5 mi

District: Burnet Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78609These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.70%
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.11%
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.1,049
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,836
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,824
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

8412 Ranch Road 261 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Llano County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609

What homes are worth in Buchanan Dam 78609

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

This home
$178K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Buchanan Dam 78609.

How it measures up in Buchanan Dam 78609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buchanan Dam 78609.

Estimated value$554,031
CheaperTypical $498,449Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 8412 Ranch Road 261 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuchanan Dam 78609Llano County
Estimated valuepricier than$554,03157% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31854% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,742 ft²58% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 ac73% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than202189% of homes86% of homes

About 8412 Ranch Road 261

How much is 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX is $554,031 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $484,022 to $624,040. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX last sell?

8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX last sold on Jan 27, 2021 for $304,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,742 square feet of living space and a 1.30-acre lot.

When was 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX built?

8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX is assigned to Burnet Middle School (middle), rated C+; Burnet High School (high), rated B-; Shady Grove Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Burnet Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX compare to other homes in Buchanan Dam 78609?

Among the 1,278 homes in Buchanan Dam 78609, it is worth more than 57% of them ($554,031 against a typical $498,449), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($318 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (1.3 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2021 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Llano County, it is worth more than 48% 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 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8412 Ranch Road 261, Buchanan Dam, TX was $4,055. The county assessed it at $324,080.

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