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$358,967$156 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $243,500 on Aug 21, 2012

12538 ROCKY KNOLL DR

HOUSTON, TX 77077
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,296 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$359K
$335K low$383K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,500 · Aug 21, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,559 (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.$398,623 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$162,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$236,623
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,446
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,623

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 350 ft²Patio · 350 ft²Porch · 24 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.

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

E
Ashford Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
West Briar Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Westside High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12538 Rocky Knoll 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 68% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Houston 77077
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77077

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

This home
$101K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 38% 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$358,967
CheaperTypical $400,883Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,310 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 77077Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,96738% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15629% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²49% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac64% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than198155% of homes42% of homes

About 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr

How much is 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX is $358,967 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $334,781 to $383,153. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Aug 21, 2012 for $243,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX?

12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX built?

12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX?

12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Ashford Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77077?

Among the 12,193 homes in Houston 77077, it is worth more than 38% of them ($358,967 against a typical $400,883), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($156 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 49% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 2,310 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1981 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 68% 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 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12538 Rocky Knoll Dr, Houston, TX was $5,559. The county assessed it at $398,623.

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