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$148,528$95 / 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 $90,000 on Dec 21, 2018

12879 HIGH STAR DR

HOUSTON, TX 77072
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,564 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.
1,477 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$149K
$138K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Dec 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,679 (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.$163,218 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,218
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,218
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$163,218

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Townhouse
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Apt/Condo Complex

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
Elsik High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Mahanay Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–4 · 0.4 mi
M
O'Donnell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Alief Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77072These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.59,850
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,135 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

12879 High Star 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 less than 95% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Harris County
  • Among the smallest lots in Harris County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77072

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

This home
$70K$319K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Houston 77072.

How it measures up in Houston 77072

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77072.

Estimated value$148,528
CheaperTypical $201,574Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size1,477 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 12879 High Star Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAliefHouston 77072Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,52818% of homes19% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9510% of homes8% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,564 ft²46% of homes50% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,477 ft²4% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than197648% of homes45% of homes32% of homes

About 12879 High Star Dr

How much is 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX is $148,528 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,312 to $158,744. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Dec 21, 2018 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX?

12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,564 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX built?

12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX?

12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Elsik High School (high), rated D; Mahanay Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; O'Donnell Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Alief Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77072?

Among the 12,727 homes in Houston 77072, it is worth more than 19% of them ($148,528 against a typical $201,574), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($95 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,477 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1976 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 5% 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 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12879 High Star Dr, Houston, TX was $3,679. The county assessed it at $163,218.

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