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$1,089,836$301 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

14742 RIVER FOREST DR

HOUSTON, TX 77079
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,626 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.1M
$1M low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,450 (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.$865,760 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$463,320
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$402,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$850,618
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$865,760

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.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 392 ft²

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

E
Nottingham Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Stratford High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Spring Forest Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Spring Branch Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77079These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.36,175
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,026 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,316
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,463
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

14742 River Forest 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 96% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Harris County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77079

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

This home
$152K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Houston 77079.

How it measures up in Houston 77079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77079.

Estimated value$1,089,836
CheaperTypical $809,453Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area3,626 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,652 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 14742 River Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMemorialHouston 77079Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,089,83664% of homes71% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30148% of homes50% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than3,626 ft²80% of homes82% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac44% of homes47% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than196842% of homes43% of homes22% of homes

About 14742 River Forest Dr

How much is 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX is $1,089,836 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,037,652 to $1,142,020. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,626 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX built?

14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Nottingham Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Stratford High School (high), rated B; Spring Forest Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Spring Branch Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77079?

Among the 9,533 homes in Houston 77079, it is worth more than 71% of them ($1,089,836 against a typical $809,453), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($301 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,626 ft² against a typical 2,652 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1968 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 96% 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 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 14742 River Forest Dr, Houston, TX was $4,450. The county assessed it at $865,760.

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