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$85,472$132 / 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 87How 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

12159 HOUSTON

LASARA, TX 78561
0
Baths
648 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$85K
$74K low$97K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$401 (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.$53,405 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,125
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,405

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
100
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
34
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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
CountyWILLACY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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 · 72 ft²

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

E
Lasara Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Lasara High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Lasara Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78561These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.0
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.$31,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$45,750
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

12159 Houston 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 Lasara 78561
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Willacy County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Willacy County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Lasara 78561
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Willacy County

What homes are worth in Lasara 78561

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

This home
$63K$448K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Lasara 78561.

How it measures up in Lasara 78561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lasara 78561.

Estimated value$85,472
CheaperTypical $133,956Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area648 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 12159 Houston ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLasara 78561Willacy County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,47213% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13261% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than648 ft²13% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac25% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than199752% of homes74% of homes

About 12159 Houston

How much is 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX is $85,472 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $74,070 to $96,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX last sell?

12159 Houston, Lasara, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX?

12159 Houston, Lasara, TX has 648 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX built?

12159 Houston, Lasara, TX was built in 1997, making it 29 years old.

What schools serve 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX?

12159 Houston, Lasara, TX is assigned to Lasara Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Lasara High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Lasara Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX compare to other homes in Lasara 78561?

Among the 211 homes in Lasara 78561, it is worth more than 13% of them ($85,472 against a typical $133,956), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($132 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 13% of them (648 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1997 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Willacy County, it is worth more than 33% 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 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12159 Houston, Lasara, TX was $401. The county assessed it at $53,405.

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