Average Tax Assessment in San Saba County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in San Saba County, Texas
San Saba County has a total of 2,295 properties with a cumulative value of $249.5M. This accounts for 0.01% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in San Saba County totaled $3.1M, with an average homeowner paying $1,361 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in San Saba County is 1.23%, lower than the state average of 1.69%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is determined by the local tax assessor.
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 | |
|---|---|
| San Saba Appraisal District | (325) 372-5031 |
| San Saba Tax Office | (325) 372-5031 |
| 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 San Saba County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in San Saba County
San Saba County has an average property tax rate of 1.23%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.33%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average San Saba County property tax bill is $1,361. While the county has an average rate, there is variation across the cities. San Saba has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.31%, while Richland Springs has the lowest at 1.09%. This means that property owners in San Saba will pay more in taxes than those in Richland Springs. The difference in rates is due to the different tax rates set by each city. Property owners in San Saba County should be aware of the differences in rates when calculating their taxes.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in San Saba 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Springs | $11,400 | $32,110 | $69,180 | $128,640 | $220,986 |
| San Saba | $17,730 | $40,110 | $72,880 | $133,670 | $236,094 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in San Saba County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Springs | $156 | $315 | $707 | $1,429 | $2,673 |
| San Saba | $153 | $445 | $957 | $1,818 | $3,107 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Springs | 1.37% | 0.98% | 1.02% | 1.11% | 1.21% |
| San Saba | 0.86% | 1.11% | 1.31% | 1.36% | 1.32% |
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Real Estate Values in San Saba County
The home price trends in Texas, as indicated by the data from Redfin, show that there is no change in the median home price in San Saba County from October 2022 to October 2023. However, there has been a decrease in the home inventory in San Saba County from 12 in October 2022 to 9 in October 2023. This suggests that the demand for homes in San Saba County is increasing, which could lead to an increase in home prices in the future.
Average Home Value in San Saba County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in San Saba County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in San Saba County
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Mortgage Rates in San Saba County
San Saba County has a total of $11.5M in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents 125 loans, or approximately 0.5% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in San Saba is 4.17%, while the median rate in Richland Springs is 4.%. This indicates that there is a slight variation in mortgage rates across the county, with San Saba having a slightly higher rate than Richland Springs.
Overall, the mortgage market in San Saba County is healthy and competitive. With a total of $11.5M in outstanding loans, the county is well-positioned to meet the needs of its residents. Additionally, the slight variation in mortgage rates across the county ensures that borrowers have access to competitive rates, regardless of their location.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in San Saba County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Springs | $14,128 | $28,295 | $62,186 | $153,066 | $266,059 |
| San Saba | $23,469 | $39,134 | $78,990 | $122,824 | $151,426 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across San Saba County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland Springs | 2.88% | 3.67% | 4.00% | 4.45% | 4.80% |
| San Saba | 3.06% | 3.65% | 4.17% | 4.50% | 4.89% |
Housing Expenses in San Saba County, Texas
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