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$195,345$142 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $66,700 on Dec 20, 2005

11217 BRIAR FOREST DR

HOUSTON, TX 77042
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,371 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.
1,927 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$195K
$182K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,700 · Dec 20, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,077 (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.$191,818 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,453
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,365
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,818
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,818

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Apt/Condo Complex

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Askew Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Revere Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Westside High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77042These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,281
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,668 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

11217 Briar Forest Dr 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 85% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Briar Forest
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Briar Forest
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Briar Forest

What homes are worth in Houston 77042

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

This home
$63K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Houston 77042.

How it measures up in Houston 77042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77042.

Estimated value$195,345
CheaperTypical $280,087Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,371 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,888 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1,927 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 11217 Briar Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBriar ForestHouston 77042Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,34517% of homes40% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14228% of homes48% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,371 ft²15% of homes36% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,927 ft²9% of homes8% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than197972% of homes68% of homes38% of homes

About 11217 Briar Forest Dr

How much is 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX is $195,345 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $182,110 to $208,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Dec 20, 2005 for $66,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,371 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX built?

11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Askew Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Revere Middle School (middle), rated F; Westside High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77042?

Among the 7,223 homes in Houston 77042, it is worth more than 40% of them ($195,345 against a typical $280,087), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($142 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,371 ft² against a typical 1,888 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (1,927 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1979 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 15% 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 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 11217 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX was $4,077. The county assessed it at $191,818.

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