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$541,798$146 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

4042 FERNWOOD DR

HOUSTON, TX 77021
3
Beds
4
Baths
3,719 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.
0.25 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.
6
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

$542K
$482K low$601K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,723 (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.$412,158 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$281,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,058
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$412,158
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$412,158

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.4 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
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
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 · 163 ft²

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

E
Peck Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Yates High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Cullen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77021These 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.160
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 100.19

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,985 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,952
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,937
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%

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How this home compares

4042 Fernwood 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 92% of homes in Houston 77021
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Macgregor
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Houston 77021
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Houston 77021
  • Older than 93% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77021

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

This home
$114K$872K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Houston 77021.

How it measures up in Houston 77021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77021.

Estimated value$541,798
CheaperTypical $209,819Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,719 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 4042 Fernwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMacgregorHouston 77021Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$541,79875% of homes92% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14610% of homes43% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than3,719 ft²88% of homes95% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac75% of homes92% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than194940% of homes29% of homes7% of homes

About 4042 Fernwood Dr

How much is 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX is $541,798 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $482,192 to $601,403. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX?

4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,719 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX built?

4042 Fernwood 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 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX?

4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Peck 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 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77021?

Among the 8,203 homes in Houston 77021, it is worth more than 92% of them ($541,798 against a typical $209,819), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($146 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,719 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1949 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 87% 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 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4042 Fernwood Dr, Houston, TX was $1,723. The county assessed it at $412,158.

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