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$235,585$77 / 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 92How 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

400 NW 1ST ST

WAELDER, TX 78959
0
Baths
3,056 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$236K
$218K low$254K 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.$235,585
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$188,468

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,325 (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.$159,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,390

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
48
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyGONZALES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
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 · 252 ft²

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

E
Waelder SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.1 mi

District: Waelder Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78959These 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.156
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 100.25

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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.1,785
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,973
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,527
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

400 Nw 1st 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 87% of homes in Waelder 78959
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Waelder 78959
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Waelder 78959
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Waelder 78959
  • Older than 93% of homes in Waelder 78959

What homes are worth in Waelder 78959

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

This home
$89K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Waelder 78959.

How it measures up in Waelder 78959

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waelder 78959.

Estimated value$235,585
CheaperTypical $487,748Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,802 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 10.5 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 400 Nw 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaelder 78959Gonzales County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,58513% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$779% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than3,056 ft²86% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac5% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than19507% of homes23% of homes

About 400 Nw 1st St

How much is 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX is $235,585 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $217,632 to $253,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX last sell?

400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX last sold on Feb 24, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX?

400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX has 3,056 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX built?

400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old.

What schools serve 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX?

400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX is assigned to Waelder School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Waelder Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX compare to other homes in Waelder 78959?

Among the 246 homes in Waelder 78959, it is worth more than 13% of them ($235,585 against a typical $487,748), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($77 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 86% of them (3,056 ft² against a typical 1,802 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 10.5 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1950 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Gonzales County, it is worth more than 39% 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 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 400 Nw 1st St, Waelder, TX was $2,325. The county assessed it at $159,390.

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