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$692,269$388 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

918 KERN ST

HOUSTON, TX 77009
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,782 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
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

$692K
$646K low$739K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,974 (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.$657,255 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$375,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,255
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$603,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$657,255

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.50
47
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 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.minimal

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.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 48 ft²Porch · 252 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Field Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Reagan High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Hogg Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77009These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.37,666
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,143
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,949
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

918 Kern St 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 91% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Greater Heights / Houston Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77009

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

This home
$188K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Houston 77009.

How it measures up in Houston 77009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77009.

Estimated value$692,269
CheaperTypical $431,499Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$388
CheaperTypical $283Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,782 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,561 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 918 Kern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater Heights / Houston HeightsHouston 77009Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$692,26955% of homes78% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38861% of homes74% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,782 ft²34% of homes62% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac49% of homes27% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than201374% of homes82% of homes83% of homes

About 918 Kern St

How much is 918 Kern St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 918 Kern St, Houston, TX is $692,269 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $645,792 to $738,746. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 918 Kern St, Houston, TX last sell?

918 Kern St, Houston, TX last sold on May 30, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 918 Kern St, Houston, TX?

918 Kern St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,782 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 918 Kern St, Houston, TX built?

918 Kern St, Houston, TX was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 918 Kern St, Houston, TX?

918 Kern St, Houston, TX is assigned to Field Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Reagan High School (high), rated B+; Hogg Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 918 Kern St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77009?

Among the 13,052 homes in Houston 77009, it is worth more than 78% of them ($692,269 against a typical $431,499), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($388 against a typical $283), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,782 ft² against a typical 1,561 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2013 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 91% 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 918 Kern St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 918 Kern St, Houston, TX was $4,974. The county assessed it at $657,255.

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