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$270,996$160 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

8605 KENSINGTON DR

ROWLETT, TX 75088
2
Baths
1,695 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$271K
$262K low$280K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,424 (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.$273,420 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,420

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Pearson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Schrade Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Rowlett High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Garland Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75088These 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.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
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.28,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,912 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,272
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,437
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

8605 Kensington 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 89% of homes in Dalrock
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Dallas County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Dalrock
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Dalrock
  • Older than 91% of homes in Rowlett 75088

What homes are worth in Rowlett 75088

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

This home
$222K$782K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Rowlett 75088.

How it measures up in Rowlett 75088

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rowlett 75088.

Estimated value$270,996
CheaperTypical $358,873Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,695 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,108 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 8605 Kensington Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDalrockRowlett 75088Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$270,99611% of homes13% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16046% of homes27% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,695 ft²16% of homes25% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac19% of homes33% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than198018% of homes9% of homes55% of homes

About 8605 Kensington Dr

How much is 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX is $270,996 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $261,868 to $280,124. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX last sell?

8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX last sold on Sep 28, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX?

8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,695 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX built?

8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX?

8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX is assigned to Pearson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Schrade Middle School (middle), rated D; Rowlett High School (high), rated C. All sit in Garland Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX compare to other homes in Rowlett 75088?

Among the 9,709 homes in Rowlett 75088, it is worth more than 13% of them ($270,996 against a typical $358,873), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($160 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,695 ft² against a typical 2,108 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1980 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 35% 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 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8605 Kensington Dr, Rowlett, TX was $1,424. The county assessed it at $273,420.

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