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$201,334$144 / 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 91How 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 $67,300 on Jul 29, 1996

506 RUELL ST

HOUSTON, TX 77017
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,400 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.
1955
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

$201K
$183K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,300 · Jul 29, 1996
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.$201,334
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$161,067

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,642 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$152,994 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,549
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$87,445
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,210
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,994

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.15 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 64 ft²

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
Rucker Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Chavez High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Stevenson Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77017These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
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.34,051
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,804 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,311
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°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

506 Ruell 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 83% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Houston 77017
  • Older than 87% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77017

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

This home
$55K$388K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Houston 77017.

How it measures up in Houston 77017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77017.

Estimated value$201,334
CheaperTypical $211,838Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,355 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 506 Ruell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeadowbrook / AllendaleHouston 77017Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$201,33441% of homes42% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14441% of homes46% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²56% of homes54% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac28% of homes23% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195573% of homes69% of homes13% of homes

About 506 Ruell St

How much is 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX is $201,334 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $183,371 to $219,297. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX last sell?

506 Ruell St, Houston, TX last sold on Jul 29, 1996 for $67,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX?

506 Ruell St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX built?

506 Ruell St, Houston, TX was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX?

506 Ruell St, Houston, TX is assigned to Rucker Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Chavez High School (high), rated C-; Stevenson 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 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77017?

Among the 7,339 homes in Houston 77017, it is worth more than 42% of them ($201,334 against a typical $211,838), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($144 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,355 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1955 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 17% 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 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX?

The 2023 property tax bill for 506 Ruell St, Houston, TX was $2,642. The county assessed it at $152,994.

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