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$384,745$433 / 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
Last sold for $403,900 on May 6, 2020

970 BAY ST

GILCHRIST, TX 77617
1.5
Baths
888 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.
4,260 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
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.

Valuation

$385K
$341K low$428K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$403,900 · May 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,252 (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.$380,680 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$346,073
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$446,530

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.36
100
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.
22
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.84 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGALVESTON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Beach
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 72 ft²Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
High Island SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 7.2 mi

District: High Island Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77617These 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.165
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
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.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
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.255
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,734
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,992
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

970 Bay St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Galveston County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Galveston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Galveston County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Galveston County

What homes are worth in Gilchrist 77617

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

This home
$189K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Gilchrist 77617.

How it measures up in Gilchrist 77617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gilchrist 77617.

Estimated value$384,745
CheaperTypical $446,394Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$433
CheaperTypical $362Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,254 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size4,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2018Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 970 Bay St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilchrist 77617Galveston County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,74540% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43376% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²25% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,260 ft²13% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than201956% of homes90% of homes

About 970 Bay St

How much is 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX is $384,745 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $341,072 to $428,418. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX last sell?

970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX last sold on May 6, 2020 for $403,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX?

970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX has 1.5 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX built?

970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX?

970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX is assigned to High Island School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in High Island Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX compare to other homes in Gilchrist 77617?

Among the 460 homes in Gilchrist 77617, it is worth more than 40% of them ($384,745 against a typical $446,394), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($433 against a typical $362), it is bigger than 25% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,254 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (4,260 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (2019 against a typical 2018). Measured against all of Galveston County, it is worth more than 60% 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 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Bay St, Gilchrist, TX was $3,252. The county assessed it at $380,680.

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