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$165,078$147 / 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 90How 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

540 ROUSE ST

HOUSTON, TX 77020
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,122 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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.

Valuation

$165K
$148K low$182K 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.$135,078
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$108,062
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.17%
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.$30,000
WELLS FARGO BANK · E · recorded Aug 6, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,417 (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.$160,793 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,625
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,168
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,625
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,793

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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 · 120 ft²

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

E
Eliot Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.2 mi
M
McReynolds Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Wheatley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77020These 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.119
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.30,823
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,454 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,020
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.Absentee owner
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

540 Rouse 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 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Houston 77020
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Houston 77020
  • Older than 96% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77020

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

This home
$106K$427K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Houston 77020.

How it measures up in Houston 77020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77020.

Estimated value$165,078
CheaperTypical $208,159Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,345 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 540 Rouse St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDenver Harbor / Port HoustonHouston 77020Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,07827% of homes21% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14742% of homes32% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²39% of homes32% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac92% of homes95% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than194033% of homes31% of homes4% of homes

About 540 Rouse St

How much is 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX is $165,078 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $147,992 to $182,164. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX last sell?

540 Rouse St, Houston, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX?

540 Rouse St, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX built?

540 Rouse St, Houston, TX was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX?

540 Rouse St, Houston, TX is assigned to Eliot Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; McReynolds Middle School (middle), rated C+; Wheatley High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77020?

Among the 7,664 homes in Houston 77020, it is worth more than 21% of them ($165,078 against a typical $208,159), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($147 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,345 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1940 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 8% 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 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Rouse St, Houston, TX was $3,417. The county assessed it at $160,793.

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