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$266,579$186 / 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

8704 COUNTY ROAD 261

RICHARDS, TX 77873
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,430 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 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.

Valuation

$267K
$252K low$281K 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.$266,579
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$213,263

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,745 (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.$225,559 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,054
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,930

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.51
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.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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
CountyGRIMES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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 · 206 ft²

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

E
Anderson-Shiro Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.3 mi
M
Anderson-Shiro Jr/Sr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Anderson-Shiro Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77873These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.1,830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,070
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

8704 County 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.

  • Worth less than 65% of homes in Richards 77873
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Richards 77873
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Richards 77873

What homes are worth in Richards 77873

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

This home
$80K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Richards 77873.

How it measures up in Richards 77873

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richards 77873.

Estimated value$266,579
CheaperTypical $334,130Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.92 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 8704 County Road 261 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichards 77873Grimes County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,57935% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18635% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,430 ft²43% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac41% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than201581% of homes73% of homes

About 8704 County Road 261

How much is 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX is $266,579 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $251,731 to $281,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX last sell?

8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX?

8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,430 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX built?

8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX?

8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX is assigned to Anderson-Shiro Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Anderson-Shiro Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Anderson-Shiro Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX compare to other homes in Richards 77873?

Among the 698 homes in Richards 77873, it is worth more than 35% of them ($266,579 against a typical $334,130), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($186 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,430 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.92 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2015 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Grimes 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 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8704 County Road 261, Richards, TX was $1,745. The county assessed it at $225,559.

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