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Last sold for $787,400 on Aug 27, 1997

21 E RIVERCREST DR

HOUSTON, TX 77042
7
Beds
6.5
Baths
7,799 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.
3.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$787,400 · Aug 27, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,505 (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.$2,599,643 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,552,172
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,471
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,228,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,599,643

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.9 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
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.58
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Tennis courtPorch · 886 ft²

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.

M
Revere Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Walnut Bend Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Westside High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77042These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,281
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,668 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,291
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

21 E Rivercrest 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Briar Forest
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Harris County
  • Among the oldest homes in Briar Forest

How it measures up in Houston 77042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77042.

Living area7,799 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,880 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 21 E Rivercrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBriar ForestHouston 77042Harris County
Living areabigger than7,799 ft²almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than3.58 ac88% of homes70% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than1949almost no homesalmost no homes6% of homes

About 21 E Rivercrest Dr

When did 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Aug 27, 1997 for $787,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX?

21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX has 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 7,799 square feet of living space and a 3.58-acre lot.

When was 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX built?

21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX?

21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Revere Middle School (middle), rated C; Walnut Bend Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Westside 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 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77042?

Among the 7,223 homes in Houston 77042, it is bigger than almost all of them (7,799 ft² against a typical 1,880 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (3.58 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1949 against a typical 1978). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX was $29,505. The county assessed it at $2,599,643.

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