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$184,447$158 / 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 89How 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 $139,000 on Mar 12, 2019

1229 S HOWETH ST

GAINESVILLE, TX 76240
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,170 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$184K
$165K low$204K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,000 · Mar 12, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,865 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$184,742 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,707
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,035
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,742
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$184,742

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCOOKE
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 238 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Edison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.7 mi
M
Gainesville Jr High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Gainesville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Gainesville Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76240These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,647
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,859
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,136
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

1229 S Howeth 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Cooke County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Cooke County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Cooke County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Cooke County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Cooke County

What homes are worth in Gainesville 76240

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

This home
$91K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Gainesville 76240.

How it measures up in Gainesville 76240

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 76240.

Estimated value$184,447
CheaperTypical $276,165Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 1229 S Howeth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 76240Cooke County
Estimated valuepricier than$184,44726% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15843% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,170 ft²23% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac7% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than195023% of homes18% of homes

About 1229 S Howeth St

How much is 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX is $184,447 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $164,950 to $203,944. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX last sell?

1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX last sold on Mar 12, 2019 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX?

1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,170 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX built?

1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old.

What schools serve 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX?

1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX is assigned to Edison Elementary School (elementary); Gainesville Jr High School (middle), rated D; Gainesville High School (high), rated D. All sit in Gainesville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX compare to other homes in Gainesville 76240?

Among the 12,112 homes in Gainesville 76240, it is worth more than 26% of them ($184,447 against a typical $276,165), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($158 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,170 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1950 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Cooke County, it is worth more than 19% 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 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1229 S Howeth St, Gainesville, TX was $3,865. The county assessed it at $184,742.

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