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$659,074$260 / 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 94How 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

8491 RITA BEND DR

SALADO, TX 76571
0
Baths
2,537 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.
2.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$659K
$619K low$699K 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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.112%
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.$301,600
CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK · recorded Jan 27, 2020
2nd 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.$409,600
CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,251 (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.$574,481 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$139,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$516,329
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$522,255
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$655,789

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.46
1
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.
99
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.
26
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.31
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 553 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
Salado High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Salado Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.5 mi
E
Thomas Arnold Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.0 mi

District: Salado Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76571These 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.59
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 100.21

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.27%
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.8,719
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,680
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°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%

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

8491 Rita Bend 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 96% of homes in Bell County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Bell County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Bell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Bell County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Bell County

What homes are worth in Salado 76571

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

This home
$175K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Salado 76571.

How it measures up in Salado 76571

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salado 76571.

Estimated value$659,074
CheaperTypical $509,900Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$260
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,537 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,321 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size2.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 8491 Rita Bend Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalado 76571Bell County
Estimated valuepricier than$659,07474% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26077% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,537 ft²63% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.31 ac77% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than201563% of homes79% of homes

About 8491 Rita Bend Dr

How much is 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX is $659,074 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $619,470 to $698,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX last sell?

8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX last sold on Sep 17, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX?

8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX has 2,537 square feet of living space and a 2.31-acre lot.

When was 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX built?

8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX?

8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX is assigned to Salado High School (high), rated A; Salado Junior High School (middle), rated A-; Thomas Arnold Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Salado Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX compare to other homes in Salado 76571?

Among the 4,513 homes in Salado 76571, it is worth more than 74% of them ($659,074 against a typical $509,900), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($260 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,537 ft² against a typical 2,321 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2.31 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (2015 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Bell County, it is worth more than 96% 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 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8491 Rita Bend Dr, Salado, TX was $7,251. The county assessed it at $574,481.

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