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$450,762$274 / 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 92How 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 $403,300 on Aug 6, 2021

1526 DOROTHY ST

HOUSTON, TX 77008
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,648 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.
1999
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.

Valuation

$451K
$416K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$403,300 · Aug 6, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,039 (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.$474,892 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$225,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$249,892
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$472,397
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$474,892

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 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.minimal

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.Duplex Single
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.0.06
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 165 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
Love Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Hamilton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Reagan High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77008These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,923 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,889
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,716
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%

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How this home compares

1526 Dorothy 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 less than 83% of homes in Houston 77008
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Houston 77008
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77008

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

This home
$319K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Houston 77008.

How it measures up in Houston 77008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77008.

Estimated value$450,762
CheaperTypical $609,292Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,648 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,051 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 1526 Dorothy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater Heights / Houston HeightsHouston 77008Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$450,76219% of homes17% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27435% of homes42% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,648 ft²30% of homes22% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²26% of homes32% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than199947% of homes42% of homes61% of homes

About 1526 Dorothy St

How much is 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX is $450,762 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $415,763 to $485,761. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX last sell?

1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX last sold on Aug 6, 2021 for $403,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,648 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX built?

1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX is assigned to Love Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated B; Reagan 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 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77008?

Among the 14,910 homes in Houston 77008, it is worth more than 17% of them ($450,762 against a typical $609,292), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($274 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,648 ft² against a typical 2,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 4,051 ft²) and it is newer than 42% of them (1999 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 80% 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 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1526 Dorothy St, Houston, TX was $10,039. The county assessed it at $474,892.

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