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$283,720$241 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $168,800 on Aug 31, 2020

2231 RUNNELS ST

HOUSTON, TX 77003
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,176 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.
2,099 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$284K
$247K low$321K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,800 · Aug 31, 2020
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.$148,720
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$118,976
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.48%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$135,000
GIBRALTAR MTG SVCS · recorded Aug 31, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,306 (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.$266,317 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,337
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,307
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,317

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.Townhouse
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Primary

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
Bruce Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Wheatley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Navarro Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77003These 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.168
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.89%
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.22%
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.12,460
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,501 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,049
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,682
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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

2231 Runnels 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 88% of homes in Houston 77003
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Houston 77003
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77003

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

This home
$204K$653K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Houston 77003.

How it measures up in Houston 77003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77003.

Estimated value$283,720
CheaperTypical $372,359Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size2,099 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 2231 Runnels St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSecond WardHouston 77003Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,72018% of homes12% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24167% of homes81% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²21% of homes12% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,099 ft²26% of homes55% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than200365% of homes34% of homes68% of homes

About 2231 Runnels St

How much is 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX is $283,720 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $246,836 to $320,603. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX last sell?

2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX last sold on Aug 31, 2020 for $168,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX?

2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX built?

2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX?

2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX is assigned to Bruce Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Wheatley High School (high), rated C-; Navarro Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77003?

Among the 3,988 homes in Houston 77003, it is worth more than 12% of them ($283,720 against a typical $372,359), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($241 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (2,099 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 34% of them (2003 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 48% 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 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2231 Runnels St, Houston, TX was $3,306. The county assessed it at $266,317.

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