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$183,557$173 / 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 93How 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 $119,700 on Nov 21, 2023

8838 RUTHERFORD LN

HOUSTON, TX 77088
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,060 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.
1968
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$184K
$171K low$196K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,700 · Nov 21, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,319 (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.$188,778 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,732
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,046
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$175,505
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,778

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.8 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.0.17
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
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 · 160 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
Garcia Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Hill Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Eisenhower High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Aldine Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77088These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.57,220
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,009 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,936
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

8838 Rutherford Ln 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 Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Houston 77088
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77088

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

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$125K$380K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Houston 77088.

How it measures up in Houston 77088

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77088.

Estimated value$183,557
CheaperTypical $228,812Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,060 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 8838 Rutherford Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAcres HomeHouston 77088Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,55729% of homes20% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17367% of homes91% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,060 ft²18% of homes12% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac62% of homes55% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196839% of homes24% of homes23% of homes

About 8838 Rutherford Ln

How much is 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX is $183,557 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $171,116 to $195,998. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX last sell?

8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX last sold on Nov 21, 2023 for $119,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX?

8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,060 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX built?

8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX?

8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX is assigned to Garcia Middle School (middle), rated C-; Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Eisenhower High School (high), rated D. All sit in Aldine Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77088?

Among the 15,884 homes in Houston 77088, it is worth more than 20% of them ($183,557 against a typical $228,812), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($173 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,060 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1968 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 11% 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 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8838 Rutherford Ln, Houston, TX was $4,319. The county assessed it at $188,778.

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