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$361,940$216 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $340,280 on Nov 5, 2025

78 MCGOWEN ST

HOUSTON, TX 77006
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,674 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.
1,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
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

$362K
$325K low$399K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$340,280 · Nov 5, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,092 (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.$376,950 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$201,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,681
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$376,950

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.Townhouse
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
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.Primary
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Gregory-Lincoln Education CenterB-
Elementary · Grades EE–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Reagan High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77006These 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.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,599
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,488 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,656
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,743
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

78 Mcgowen 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 80% of homes in Houston 77006
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Houston 77006
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Houston 77006
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Houston 77006

What homes are worth in Houston 77006

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

This home
$152K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Houston 77006.

How it measures up in Houston 77006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77006.

Estimated value$361,940
CheaperTypical $633,629Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $279Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,674 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size1,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 78 Mcgowen St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidtownHouston 77006Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,94058% of homes20% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21667% of homes14% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,674 ft²40% of homes28% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,750 ft²32% of homes19% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than200146% of homes72% of homes64% of homes

About 78 Mcgowen St

How much is 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX is $361,940 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $325,275 to $398,605. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX last sell?

78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX last sold on Nov 5, 2025 for $340,280, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX?

78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,674 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX built?

78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX?

78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX is assigned to Gregory-Lincoln Education Center (elementary), rated B-; Reagan High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77006?

Among the 6,962 homes in Houston 77006, it is worth more than 20% of them ($361,940 against a typical $633,629), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($216 against a typical $279), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,674 ft² against a typical 2,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1,750 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (2001 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 69% 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 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Mcgowen St, Houston, TX was $5,092. The county assessed it at $376,950.

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