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$1,249,999$308 / 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 87How 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

8553 WESTERN DR

HOUSTON, TX 77055
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,065 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,154 (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.$1,234,793 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$247,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$987,293
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$744,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,234,793

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)
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.Porch · 32 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
Ridgecrest Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Landrum Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Northbrook High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Spring Branch Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77055These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,358 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,435
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,925
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%

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How this home compares

8553 Western 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 96% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Spring Branch East
  • Among the newest homes in Spring Branch East

What homes are worth in Houston 77055

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

This home
$99K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Houston 77055.

How it measures up in Houston 77055

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77055.

Estimated value$1,249,999
CheaperTypical $665,363Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$308
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area4,065 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,225 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 8553 Western Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpring Branch EastHouston 77055Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,249,99990% of homes83% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30866% of homes57% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than4,065 ft²92% of homes88% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac71% of homes59% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 8553 Western Dr

How much is 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX is $1,249,999 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,093,268 to $1,406,730. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Jun 8, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX?

8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,065 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX built?

8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX?

8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Ridgecrest Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Landrum Middle School (middle), rated C; Northbrook High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Spring Branch Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77055?

Among the 11,414 homes in Houston 77055, it is worth more than 83% of them ($1,249,999 against a typical $665,363), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($308 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 88% of them (4,065 ft² against a typical 2,225 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 96% 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 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8553 Western Dr, Houston, TX was $16,154. The county assessed it at $1,234,793.

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