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$292,863$153 / 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 97How 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
Last sold for $115,600 on May 5, 2005

834 VALLEY RANCH DR

KATY, TX 77450
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,920 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.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$293K
$283K low$303K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,600 · May 5, 2005
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.$143,363
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$114,690
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.54%
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.$149,500
PRIMEWAY FCU · recorded Aug 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,279 (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.$277,955 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,756
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,199
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,682
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,955

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.9 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.0.18
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
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.Neighborhood
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 198 ft²Porch · 84 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
Cimarron Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
West Memorial Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Cinco Ranch High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Katy Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77450These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.76,812
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,356
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,208
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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.Owner occupied
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

834 Valley Ranch 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 less than 81% of homes in Katy 77450
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Katy 77450
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Katy 77450
  • Older than 65% of homes in Katy 77450

What homes are worth in Katy 77450

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

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$242K$950K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Katy 77450.

How it measures up in Katy 77450

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Katy 77450.

Estimated value$292,863
CheaperTypical $391,559Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,490 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 834 Valley Ranch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKaty 77450Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$292,86319% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15331% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²22% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac39% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than198335% of homes47% of homes

About 834 Valley Ranch Dr

How much is 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX is $292,863 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $283,068 to $302,658. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX last sell?

834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX last sold on May 5, 2005 for $115,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX?

834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX built?

834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX?

834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX is assigned to Cimarron Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; West Memorial Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Cinco Ranch High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Katy Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX compare to other homes in Katy 77450?

Among the 19,999 homes in Katy 77450, it is worth more than 19% of them ($292,863 against a typical $391,559), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($153 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 2,490 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1983 against a typical 1993). 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 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 834 Valley Ranch Dr, Katy, TX was $3,279. The county assessed it at $277,955.

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