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$427,645$96 / 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 82How 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 $87,500 on Dec 30, 1999

116 79TH ST

HOUSTON, TX 77012
7
Beds
6 / 2
Baths
4,460 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
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

$428K
$351K low$504K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,500 · Dec 30, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,029 (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.$540,599 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$453,599
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$531,048
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$540,599

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHARRIS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 80 ft²

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

E
Gallegos Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Milby High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77012These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,153
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,986 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,774
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

116 79th 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Houston 77012
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Harris County
  • Among the largest homes in Houston 77012
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Houston 77012
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Houston 77012

What homes are worth in Houston 77012

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

This home
$64K$323K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Houston 77012.

How it measures up in Houston 77012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77012.

Estimated value$427,645
CheaperTypical $192,927Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area4,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,247 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 116 79th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 77012Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,645almost all homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$968% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than4,460 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac82% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than197089% of homes25% of homes

About 116 79th St

How much is 116 79th St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 116 79th St, Houston, TX is $427,645 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $351,150 to $504,140. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 116 79th St, Houston, TX last sell?

116 79th St, Houston, TX last sold on Dec 30, 1999 for $87,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 116 79th St, Houston, TX?

116 79th St, Houston, TX has 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4,460 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 116 79th St, Houston, TX built?

116 79th St, Houston, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 116 79th St, Houston, TX?

116 79th St, Houston, TX is assigned to Gallegos Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Edison Middle School (middle), rated C-; Milby High School (high), rated D. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 116 79th St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77012?

Among the 3,836 homes in Houston 77012, it is worth more than almost all of them ($427,645 against a typical $192,927), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($96 against a typical $152), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,460 ft² against a typical 1,247 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1970 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 78% 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 116 79th St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 116 79th St, Houston, TX was $9,029. The county assessed it at $540,599.

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