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$214,177$131 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

253 W RIVERWOOD DR

HOUSTON, TX 77076
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,632 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$214K
$197K low$231K 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.$195,186
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$156,149
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.8%
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.$18,991
ASSOCIATES FIN'L SVCS TEXAS · E · recorded Mar 16, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11 (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.$203,744 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,644
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$216,767
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,744

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.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 · 40 ft²

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

E
Durkee Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Fonville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Sam Houston Math, Science & Technology CenterC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77076These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,909 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,957
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,466
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

253 W Riverwood 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.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Northside / Northline
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Houston 77076
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Houston 77076
  • Older than 86% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77076

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

This home
$125K$398K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Houston 77076.

How it measures up in Houston 77076

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77076.

Estimated value$214,177
CheaperTypical $209,750Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 253 W Riverwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthside / NorthlineHouston 77076Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,17747% of homes54% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13116% of homes19% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,632 ft²72% of homes74% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac21% of homes19% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than195660% of homes63% of homes14% of homes

About 253 W Riverwood Dr

How much is 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX is $214,177 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $197,369 to $230,985. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX?

253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,632 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX built?

253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX?

253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Durkee Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Fonville Middle School (middle), rated B; Sam Houston Math, Science & Technology Center (high), rated C-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77076?

Among the 7,326 homes in Houston 77076, it is worth more than 54% of them ($214,177 against a typical $209,750), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($131 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,632 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1956 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 21% 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 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 W Riverwood Dr, Houston, TX was $11. The county assessed it at $203,744.

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