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$669,000$279 / 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 $654,360 on May 28, 2024

1538 DOROTHY ST

HOUSTON, TX 77008
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,395 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.
2,525 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
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

$669K
$618K low$720K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$654,360 · May 28, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,693 (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.$641,315 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$227,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$414,065
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$641,315
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$641,315

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.43
14
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
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.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

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.

E
Love Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 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

1538 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 more than 91% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 78% 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.

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$335K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 58% 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$669,000
CheaperTypical $612,399Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,395 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,190 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size2,525 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,095 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 1538 Dorothy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater Heights / Houston HeightsHouston 77008Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$669,00054% of homes58% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27937% of homes44% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,395 ft²63% of homes64% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,525 ft²27% of homes32% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than200865% of homes61% of homes78% of homes

About 1538 Dorothy St

How much is 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX is $669,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $617,845 to $720,155. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX last sell?

1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX last sold on May 28, 2024 for $654,360, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,395 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX built?

1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

1538 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 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77008?

Among the 14,910 homes in Houston 77008, it is worth more than 58% of them ($669,000 against a typical $612,399), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($279 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,395 ft² against a typical 2,190 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (2,525 ft² against a typical 4,095 ft²) and it is newer than 61% of them (2008 against a typical 2005). 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 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1538 Dorothy St, Houston, TX was $9,693. The county assessed it at $641,315.

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