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$291,051$196 / 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 94How 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 $73,200 on Apr 19, 2010

6859 PRENTISS DR

HOUSTON, TX 77061
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,482 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$291K
$273K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,200 · Apr 19, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,089 (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.$245,225 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,825
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$239,435
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,225

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.11 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.0.33
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 · 1,584 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.

E
Garden Villas Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Hartman Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Sterling High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77061These 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.117
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 100.24

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.25,456
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,775
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

6859 Prentiss 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 85% of homes in Golfcrest / Bellfort / Reveille
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Golfcrest / Bellfort / Reveille
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Houston 77061

What homes are worth in Houston 77061

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

This home
$34K$497K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Houston 77061.

How it measures up in Houston 77061

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77061.

Estimated value$291,051
CheaperTypical $240,624Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,482 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,755 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 6859 Prentiss Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGolfcrest / Bellfort / ReveilleHouston 77061Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,05185% of homes74% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19694% of homes93% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,482 ft²46% of homes34% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac82% of homes60% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than197292% of homes93% of homes28% of homes

About 6859 Prentiss Dr

How much is 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX is $291,051 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $272,867 to $309,235. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Apr 19, 2010 for $73,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX?

6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,482 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX built?

6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX?

6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Garden Villas Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Hartman Middle School (middle), rated D+; Sterling High School (high), rated F. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77061?

Among the 4,329 homes in Houston 77061, it is worth more than 74% of them ($291,051 against a typical $240,624), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($196 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,482 ft² against a typical 1,755 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1972 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 52% 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 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6859 Prentiss Dr, Houston, TX was $5,089. The county assessed it at $245,225.

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