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$375,305$143 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $198,100 on Jul 29, 2004

26879 MERLOT RIVER DR

KINGWOOD, TX 77339
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,632 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$375K
$354K low$397K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,100 · Jul 29, 2004
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.$238,905
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$191,124
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.37%
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.$136,400
INVESTEX CU · R · recorded Jun 25, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,450 (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.$355,252 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$306,432
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$349,833
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$355,252

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.20 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
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Buildable
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 161 ft²Porch · 245 ft²Outdoor kitchen

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
Kings Manor Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Woodridge Forest Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
West Fork High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: New Caney Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77339These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
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.93%
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.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,052
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,744 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,674
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,415
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

26879 Merlot River 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 more than 95% of homes in Kings Manor
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Kings Manor
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Kingwood 77339
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Kingwood 77339

What homes are worth in Kingwood 77339

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

This home
$195K$872K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Kingwood 77339.

How it measures up in Kingwood 77339

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kingwood 77339.

Estimated value$375,305
CheaperTypical $308,742Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 26879 Merlot River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKings ManorKingwood 77339Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$375,30595% of homes77% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14355% of homes50% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,632 ft²84% of homes72% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac71% of homes25% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than200476% of homes85% of homes70% of homes

About 26879 Merlot River Dr

How much is 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX is $375,305 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $353,980 to $396,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX last sell?

26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX last sold on Jul 29, 2004 for $198,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX?

26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,632 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX built?

26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX?

26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX is assigned to Kings Manor Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Woodridge Forest Middle School (middle), rated C; West Fork High School (high), rated B+. All sit in New Caney Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX compare to other homes in Kingwood 77339?

Among the 12,430 homes in Kingwood 77339, it is worth more than 77% of them ($375,305 against a typical $308,742), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($143 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,632 ft² against a typical 2,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2004 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 71% 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 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26879 Merlot River Dr, Kingwood, TX was $2,450. The county assessed it at $355,252.

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