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$656,189$288 / 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 82How 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

1501 RUTH ST

HOUSTON, TX 77004
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,277 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
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

$656K
$539K low$774K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$656,189
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$524,951

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,126 (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.$570,594 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$142,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$428,194
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$350,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$570,594

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Neighborhood

Transaction History(1)

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
MacGregor Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Cullen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Lamar High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77004These 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.158
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 100.22

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,825
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,540 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,853
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

1501 Ruth 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 more than 92% of homes in Houston 77004
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Among the newest homes in Museum Park

What homes are worth in Houston 77004

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

This home
$171K$959K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Houston 77004.

How it measures up in Houston 77004

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77004.

Estimated value$656,189
CheaperTypical $378,334Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area2,277 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,036 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 1501 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMuseum ParkHouston 77004Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$656,18976% of homes92% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28876% of homes87% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,277 ft²49% of homes65% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²46% of homes35% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homes98% of homes98% of homes

About 1501 Ruth St

How much is 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX is $656,189 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $538,514 to $773,864. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX last sell?

1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX last sold on Nov 16, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,277 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX built?

1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX is assigned to MacGregor Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Cullen Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lamar High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77004?

Among the 9,612 homes in Houston 77004, it is worth more than 92% of them ($656,189 against a typical $378,334), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($288 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,277 ft² against a typical 2,036 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2023 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 91% 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 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1501 Ruth St, Houston, TX was $12,126. The county assessed it at $570,594.

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