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$302,069$137 / 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 90How 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

9896 FM 149 E

RICHARDS, TX 77873
2
Baths
2,197 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.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$302K
$272K low$332K 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.$302,069
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$241,655

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,442 (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.$199,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$192,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,410

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.
59
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.
57
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.Rural Residence
CountyGRIMES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 · 255 ft²

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

E
Richards High SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Richards 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.Absentee owner
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

9896 Fm 149 E 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 less per square foot than 85% of homes in Richards 77873
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Grimes County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Grimes County

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
$84K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 43% 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$302,069
CheaperTypical $335,514Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,197 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.91 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 9896 Fm 149 E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichards 77873Grimes County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,06943% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13715% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,197 ft²79% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac42% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196516% of homes9% of homes

About 9896 Fm 149 E

How much is 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX is $302,069 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $271,823 to $332,315. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX last sell?

9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX?

9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX has 2 bathrooms, 2,197 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX built?

9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX?

9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX is assigned to Richards High School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Richards Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX compare to other homes in Richards 77873?

Among the 698 homes in Richards 77873, it is worth more than 43% of them ($302,069 against a typical $335,514), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($137 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,197 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.91 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1965 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Grimes County, it is worth more than 54% 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 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9896 Fm 149 E, Richards, TX was $2,442. The county assessed it at $199,410.

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