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$150,394$194 / 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 $52,500 on Mar 16, 2012

608 78TH ST

HOUSTON, TX 77012
2
Beds
2
Baths
776 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$150K
$136K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$52,500 · Mar 16, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,107 (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.$119,091 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,091
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,572
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,091

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.Bungalow
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.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.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 · 88 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
De Zavala Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Milby High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77012These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,153
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,986 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,774
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%

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How this home compares

608 78th 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 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Houston 77012
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Harris County
  • Among the oldest homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77012

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

This home
$64K$326K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Houston 77012.

How it measures up in Houston 77012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77012.

Estimated value$150,394
CheaperTypical $193,053Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,246 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 608 78th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 77012Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,39418% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19484% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than776 ft²9% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²16% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than193024% of homesalmost no homes

About 608 78th St

How much is 608 78th St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 608 78th St, Houston, TX is $150,394 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $136,204 to $164,584. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 608 78th St, Houston, TX last sell?

608 78th St, Houston, TX last sold on Mar 16, 2012 for $52,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 608 78th St, Houston, TX?

608 78th St, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 776 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 608 78th St, Houston, TX built?

608 78th St, Houston, TX was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 608 78th St, Houston, TX?

608 78th St, Houston, TX is assigned to De Zavala Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Edison Middle School (middle), rated C-; Milby High School (high), rated D. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 608 78th St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77012?

Among the 3,836 homes in Houston 77012, it is worth more than 18% of them ($150,394 against a typical $193,053), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($194 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 9% of them (776 ft² against a typical 1,246 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1930 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 6% 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 608 78th St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 608 78th St, Houston, TX was $1,107. The county assessed it at $119,091.

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