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$217,295$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 91How 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 $47,100 on Apr 7, 1994

8626 VALLEY LEDGE DR

HOUSTON, TX 77078
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,417 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$217K
$198K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,100 · Apr 7, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$226,291 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,547
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,744
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,022
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,291

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2018
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Flood Plain
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 40 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
North Forest High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Forest Brook Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi
E
B.C. Elmore Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 3.8 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77078These 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.83
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,862
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,537 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,939
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,640
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°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

8626 Valley Ledge 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 Houston 77078
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in East Houston
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in East Houston
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Houston 77078

What homes are worth in Houston 77078

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

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$84K$282K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Houston 77078.

How it measures up in Houston 77078

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77078.

Estimated value$217,295
CheaperTypical $183,630Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,417 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,315 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 8626 Valley Ledge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast HoustonHouston 77078Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,29582% of homes85% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15376% of homes75% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,417 ft²60% of homes61% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac21% of homes23% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than198170% of homes71% of homes42% of homes

About 8626 Valley Ledge Dr

How much is 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX is $217,295 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $197,720 to $236,870. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Apr 7, 1994 for $47,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX?

8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,417 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX built?

8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX?

8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to North Forest High School (high), rated F; Forest Brook Middle School (middle), rated D-; B.C. Elmore Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8626 Valley Ledge Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77078?

Among the 4,552 homes in Houston 77078, it is worth more than 85% of them ($217,295 against a typical $183,630), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($153 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,417 ft² against a typical 1,315 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1981 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 23% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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