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856 RIVER WAY

SPRING BRANCH, TX 78070
3
Baths
3,154 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.
1.03 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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,599 (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.$939,870 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$159,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$880,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$854,427
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,039,180

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
68
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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
CountyComal
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
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
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 · 649 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Bill Brown Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Smithson Valley Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Smithson Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Comal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78070These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,866
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,928
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,472
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%

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How this home compares

856 River Way 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.

  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Comal County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in River Crossing
  • Newer than 85% of homes in River Crossing

How it measures up in Spring Branch 78070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spring Branch 78070.

Living area3,154 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,165 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 856 River Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver CrossingSpring Branch 78070Comal County
Living areabigger than3,154 ft²39% of homes81% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac20% of homes48% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than201585% of homes66% of homes65% of homes

About 856 River Way

When did 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX last sell?

856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX last sold on Jun 18, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX?

856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX has 3 bathrooms, 3,154 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX built?

856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX?

856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX is assigned to Bill Brown Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Smithson Valley Middle School (middle), rated A; Smithson Valley High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Comal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX compare to other homes in Spring Branch 78070?

Among the 10,894 homes in Spring Branch 78070, it is bigger than 81% of them (3,154 ft² against a typical 2,165 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (2015 against a typical 2006). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 856 River Way, Spring Branch, TX was $4,599. The county assessed it at $939,870.

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