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$177,486$103 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

857 ROSS AVE

ABILENE, TX 79605
2
Baths
1,720 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$177K
$161K low$194K 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.$177,486
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$141,989

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$266 (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.$110,144 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,131
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$126,084

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.54
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
39
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.12 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
CountyTAYLOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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 · 128 ft²

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

E
Bowie Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Cooper High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Abilene Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 79605These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,446
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,512 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,509
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

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

857 Ross Ave 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 66% of homes in Taylor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Taylor County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Sayles Blvd.
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Sayles Blvd.
  • Older than 95% of homes in Taylor County

What homes are worth in Abilene 79605

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

This home
$66K$658K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Abilene 79605.

How it measures up in Abilene 79605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Abilene 79605.

Estimated value$177,486
CheaperTypical $183,568Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 857 Ross Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSayles Blvd.Abilene 79605Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,48663% of homes47% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10339% of homes21% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,720 ft²74% of homes66% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac15% of homes23% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192836% of homes6% of homes5% of homes

About 857 Ross Ave

How much is 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX is $177,486 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $161,335 to $193,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX last sell?

857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX?

857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,720 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX built?

857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX?

857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX is assigned to Bowie Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Madison Middle School (middle), rated D+; Cooper High School (high), rated C. All sit in Abilene Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX compare to other homes in Abilene 79605?

Among the 10,147 homes in Abilene 79605, it is worth more than 47% of them ($177,486 against a typical $183,568), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($103 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,720 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1928 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 34% 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 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 857 Ross Ave, Abilene, TX was $266. The county assessed it at $110,144.

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