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$698,182$185 / 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 $253,400 on Feb 28, 2006

1242 TRACE DR

HOUSTON, TX 77077
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,784 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$698K
$650K low$747K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$253,400 · Feb 28, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,466 (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.$596,162 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,150
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$446,012
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$690,644
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$596,162

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.''

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
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.2019
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
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.Flood Plain
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 207 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Daily Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
West Briar Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Westside High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77077These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.65,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,028 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,284
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,710
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

1242 Trace 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 more than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Houston 77077
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Houston 77077

What homes are worth in Houston 77077

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

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$92K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Houston 77077.

How it measures up in Houston 77077

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77077.

Estimated value$698,182
CheaperTypical $393,822Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area3,784 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,310 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 1242 Trace Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 77077Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,18287% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18564% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than3,784 ft²91% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac31% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than199882% of homes59% of homes

About 1242 Trace Dr

How much is 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX is $698,182 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $649,732 to $746,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Feb 28, 2006 for $253,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX?

1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,784 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX built?

1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX?

1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Daily Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; West Briar Middle School (middle), rated B-; 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 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77077?

Among the 12,229 homes in Houston 77077, it is worth more than 87% of them ($698,182 against a typical $393,822), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($185 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,784 ft² against a typical 2,310 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1998 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 92% 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 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Trace Dr, Houston, TX was $6,466. The county assessed it at $596,162.

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