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$823,339$331 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $221,000 on May 28, 1999

538 WINTER OAKS DR

HOUSTON, TX 77079
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,487 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$823K
$748K low$899K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$221,000 · May 28, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,064 (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.$710,652 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$423,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$287,152
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$745,056
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$710,652

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
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
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
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 · 108 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Spring Forest Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Meadow Wood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Stratford High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Spring Branch Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77079These 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.73
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 100.24

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,175
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,026 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,316
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

538 Winter Oaks 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 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Houston 77079
  • Older than 77% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77079

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

This home
$144K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Houston 77079.

How it measures up in Houston 77079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77079.

Estimated value$823,339
CheaperTypical $786,057Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,487 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,657 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 538 Winter Oaks Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMemorialHouston 77079Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$823,33949% of homes53% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33157% of homes60% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,487 ft²45% of homes44% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac27% of homes26% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than196842% of homes44% of homes23% of homes

About 538 Winter Oaks Dr

How much is 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX is $823,339 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $747,667 to $899,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX last sold on May 28, 1999 for $221,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX?

538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,487 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX built?

538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX?

538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Spring Forest Middle School (middle), rated B; Meadow Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Stratford High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Spring Branch Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77079?

Among the 9,541 homes in Houston 77079, it is worth more than 53% of them ($823,339 against a typical $786,057), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($331 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 44% of them (2,487 ft² against a typical 2,657 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1968 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 94% 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 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Winter Oaks Dr, Houston, TX was $5,064. The county assessed it at $710,652.

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