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$254,707$159 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $131,300 on Sep 23, 2019

8525 JAMES DR

ALVARADO, TX 76009
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,604 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.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$255K
$244K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$131,300 · Sep 23, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,092 (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.$66,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,100

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.64
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
71
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
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.8 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.minimal

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
CountyJOHNSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.93
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.DeckPatio · 520 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lillian Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.9 mi
M
Alvarado Junior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Alvarado High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Alvarado Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76009These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.137
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,500
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,816
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,927
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

8525 James 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 less than 77% of homes in Johnson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Alvarado 76009
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Johnson County

What homes are worth in Alvarado 76009

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

This home
$138K$746K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Alvarado 76009.

How it measures up in Alvarado 76009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alvarado 76009.

Estimated value$254,707
CheaperTypical $316,717Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,604 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 8525 James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlvarado 76009Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,70728% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15928% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,604 ft²52% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 ac47% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than199852% of homes46% of homes

About 8525 James Dr

How much is 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX is $254,707 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $244,299 to $265,115. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX last sell?

8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX last sold on Sep 23, 2019 for $131,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX?

8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,604 square feet of living space and a 0.93-acre lot.

When was 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX built?

8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX was built in 1998, making it 28 years old.

What schools serve 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX?

8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX is assigned to Lillian Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Alvarado Junior High School (middle), rated C-; Alvarado High School (high), rated C. All sit in Alvarado Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX compare to other homes in Alvarado 76009?

Among the 9,803 homes in Alvarado 76009, it is worth more than 28% of them ($254,707 against a typical $316,717), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($159 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,604 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.93 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1998 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 23% 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 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8525 James Dr, Alvarado, TX was $1,092. The county assessed it at $66,100.

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