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$255,900$156 / 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 85How 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

2517 RUTH ST

HOUSTON, TX 77004
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,643 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$256K
$218K low$294K 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.$255,900
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$204,720

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,433 (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.$255,664 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,164
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$255,664
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$255,664

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.6%
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.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lockhart Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Yates High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Cullen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 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.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

2517 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 less than 86% of homes in Houston 77004
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Houston 77004
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Houston 77004
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Harris County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Harris County

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
$169K$966K

This home is worth more than 14% 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$255,900
CheaperTypical $377,712Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,643 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,036 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 2517 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater Third WardHouston 77004Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,90026% of homes14% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15614% of homes12% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,643 ft²38% of homes31% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac72% of homes53% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than193015% of homes10% of homes2% of homes

About 2517 Ruth St

How much is 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX is $255,900 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $217,515 to $294,285. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX last sell?

2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX last sold on Sep 25, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,643 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX built?

2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX is assigned to Lockhart Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Yates High School (high), rated C+; Cullen 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 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77004?

Among the 9,612 homes in Houston 77004, it is worth more than 14% of them ($255,900 against a typical $377,712), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($156 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,643 ft² against a typical 2,036 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1930 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 38% 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 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2517 Ruth St, Houston, TX was $5,433. The county assessed it at $255,664.

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