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$194,778$147 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

878 FORREST AVE

ABILENE, TX 79603
1
Baths
1,328 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.
1956
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

$195K
$174K low$215K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,397 (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.$161,196 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,302
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$151,894
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$149,901
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,196

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.52
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
58
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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 136 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
Abilene High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Purcell Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Craig Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Abilene Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 79603These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.919 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,948
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,518
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%

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How this home compares

878 Forrest 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 more than 89% of homes in Cobb Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Cobb Park
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Taylor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Taylor County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Cobb Park

What homes are worth in Abilene 79603

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

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$73K$388K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Abilene 79603.

How it measures up in Abilene 79603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Abilene 79603.

Estimated value$194,778
CheaperTypical $167,154Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 878 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCobb ParkAbilene 79603Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,77889% of homes67% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14792% of homes81% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²66% of homes53% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac19% of homes24% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than195695% of homes49% of homes32% of homes

About 878 Forrest Ave

How much is 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX is $194,778 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $174,060 to $215,496. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX last sell?

878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX last sold on Feb 26, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX?

878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX built?

878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX?

878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX is assigned to Abilene High School (high), rated C+; Purcell Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Craig Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Abilene Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX compare to other homes in Abilene 79603?

Among the 8,338 homes in Abilene 79603, it is worth more than 67% of them ($194,778 against a typical $167,154), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($147 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1956 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 36% 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 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 878 Forrest Ave, Abilene, TX was $3,397. The county assessed it at $161,196.

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