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$279,309$199 / 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
Last sold for $344,444 on Oct 10, 2023

1685 JAMES ST

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,402 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
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

$279K
$263K low$296K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$344,444 · Oct 10, 2023
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.$20,328
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$16,262
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.95%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$258,981
DHI MORTGAGE COMPANY LTD · recorded Oct 10, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,019 (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.$257,845 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,664
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,181
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$276,665
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$257,845

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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.''

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
CountyGUADALUPE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 229 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Canyon Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Farias-Spitzer Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
H
Canyon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Comal Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78130These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.107,165
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,701
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

1685 James 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.

  • Worth less than 74% of homes in New Braunfels 78130
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Guadalupe County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in New Braunfels 78130

What homes are worth in New Braunfels 78130

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

This home
$190K$896K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in New Braunfels 78130.

How it measures up in New Braunfels 78130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Braunfels 78130.

Estimated value$279,309
CheaperTypical $332,358Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,402 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 1685 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Braunfels 78130Guadalupe County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,30926% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19964% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,402 ft²24% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac12% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than202393% of homes92% of homes

About 1685 James St

How much is 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX is $279,309 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $262,508 to $296,110. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX last sell?

1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX last sold on Oct 10, 2023 for $344,444, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX?

1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,402 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX built?

1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX?

1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX is assigned to Canyon Middle School (middle), rated C; Farias-Spitzer Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Canyon High School (high), rated B. All sit in Comal Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX compare to other homes in New Braunfels 78130?

Among the 41,977 homes in New Braunfels 78130, it is worth more than 26% of them ($279,309 against a typical $332,358), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($199 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,402 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2023 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Guadalupe County, it is worth more than 37% 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 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1685 James St, New Braunfels, TX was $5,019. The county assessed it at $257,845.

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