Average Tax Assessment in Grimes County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Grimes County, Texas
Grimes County has 11,030 properties with a cumulative value of $1.6B, representing 0.08% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Grimes County totaled $20.8M, with an average homeowner paying $1,954 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Grimes County is 1.27%, lower than the state average of 1.69%. Properties are typically valued for tax purposes based on their market value.
The property tax timeline in Texas begins on January 1st, when the property valuation date is set. Property value notices are issued between April and May, and the property tax appeal deadline is May 15th or 30 days after the notices are issued. The real property tax bill is due on January 31st for the preceding year's gross tax bills.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Grimes Appraisal District | (936) 873-2163 |
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | January 31st, Gross tax bills for preceding year |
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - May |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | May 15th or 30 days after notices are issued |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | October 1st |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Early Payment Discount | |
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Grimes County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Grimes County
Grimes County has an average property tax rate of 1.27%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.83%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average Grimes County property tax bill is $1,954. Property taxes in Grimes County vary across cities, with Navasota having the highest effective property tax rate of 1.47%, and Richards having the lowest effective property tax rate of 0.98%. This means that property owners in Navasota will pay more in taxes than those in Richards. Despite the variation in rates, Grimes County still has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Grimes County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | $16,758 | $44,540 | $141,570 | $292,375 | $466,434 |
| Bedias | $19,482 | $43,780 | $81,240 | $133,160 | $215,738 |
| Iola | $25,949 | $58,915 | $141,355 | $339,645 | $502,154 |
| Navasota | $11,269 | $36,400 | $93,830 | $181,532 | $272,224 |
| Plantersville | $10,750 | $25,028 | $68,010 | $167,138 | $298,343 |
| Richards | $4,618 | $18,742 | $68,485 | $164,092 | $301,621 |
| Waller | $29,460 | $63,575 | $178,970 | $388,555 | $517,590 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Grimes County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | $119 | $483 | $1,416 | $3,364 | $5,351 |
| Bedias | $153 | $440 | $1,031 | $1,729 | $2,636 |
| Iola | $221 | $589 | $1,520 | $4,361 | $7,309 |
| Navasota | $143 | $479 | $1,430 | $3,012 | $4,305 |
| Plantersville | $125 | $273 | $785 | $1,996 | $3,632 |
| Richards | $52 | $170 | $693 | $1,806 | $3,383 |
| Waller | $262 | $801 | $2,370 | $5,469 | $7,153 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | 0.71% | 1.08% | 1.00% | 1.15% | 1.15% |
| Bedias | 0.79% | 1.01% | 1.27% | 1.30% | 1.22% |
| Iola | 0.85% | 1.00% | 1.08% | 1.28% | 1.46% |
| Navasota | 1.27% | 1.32% | 1.52% | 1.66% | 1.58% |
| Plantersville | 1.16% | 1.09% | 1.15% | 1.19% | 1.22% |
| Richards | 1.13% | 0.91% | 1.01% | 1.10% | 1.12% |
| Waller | 0.89% | 1.26% | 1.32% | 1.41% | 1.38% |
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Real Estate Values in Grimes County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in Grimes County, Texas has decreased by 27.34% from October 2022 to October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in Grimes County is cooling off, as the median home price has dropped significantly in a one-year period. Additionally, the home inventory in Grimes County has also decreased, from 147 homes in October 2022 to 117 homes in October 2023. This suggests that the demand for homes in Grimes County is decreasing, leading to a decrease in home prices.
Average Home Value in Grimes County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Grimes County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Grimes County
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Mortgage Rates in Grimes County
Grimes County is home to a large number of outstanding home mortgage loans, totaling $331.3M. This amount accounts for a significant portion of the total home value in the county, representing a substantial investment in the local housing market. The median mortgage rate in Grimes County varies across cities, with Anderson having the highest rate at 4.11%, while Plantersville has the lowest rate at 4.11%. This variation in rates provides homeowners with the opportunity to shop around and find the best deal for their needs.
Overall, Grimes County is a great place to invest in a home, with a wide range of mortgage rates and a large amount of outstanding loans. Homeowners in the county can take advantage of the competitive rates and find the best deal for their needs. With the total outstanding loan amount in the county at $331.3M, Grimes County is a great place to invest in a home.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Grimes County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | $48,214 | $76,795 | $153,240 | $276,010 | $377,301 |
| Bedias | $27,319 | $50,342 | $69,078 | $137,421 | $220,610 |
| Iola | $37,465 | $91,495 | $192,004 | $299,444 | $375,191 |
| Navasota | $40,948 | $75,558 | $141,223 | $181,847 | $224,680 |
| Plantersville | $9,761 | $37,567 | $98,708 | $195,969 | $296,487 |
| Richards | $44,908 | $82,996 | $144,082 | $220,161 | $298,345 |
| Waller | $36,918 | $106,084 | $232,127 | $325,362 | $410,091 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Grimes County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | 2.90% | 3.48% | 4.11% | 4.83% | 6.15% |
| Bedias | 2.80% | 3.22% | 3.96% | 4.64% | 5.73% |
| Iola | 2.90% | 3.20% | 3.98% | 4.62% | 5.98% |
| Navasota | 2.80% | 3.30% | 4.03% | 4.87% | 6.15% |
| Plantersville | 2.93% | 3.48% | 4.11% | 4.60% | 5.79% |
| Richards | 2.92% | 3.50% | 3.97% | 4.50% | 5.19% |
| Waller | 2.84% | 3.10% | 3.78% | 4.46% | 5.09% |
Housing Expenses in Grimes County, Texas
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