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$333,605$207 / 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 94How 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 $66,400 on Jul 20, 1994

979 MARCELLA ST

HOUSTON, TX 77091
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,615 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$334K
$313K low$355K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,400 · Jul 20, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$99 (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.$270,434 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$142,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,634
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$283,758
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,434

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.11 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood

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

E
Highland Heights Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Williams Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77091These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
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.30,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,243 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,588
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,842
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

979 Marcella 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 80% of homes in Acres Home
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Acres Home
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Acres Home
  • Older than 70% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77091

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

This home
$52K$651K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Houston 77091.

How it measures up in Houston 77091

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77091.

Estimated value$333,605
CheaperTypical $279,900Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,615 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,672 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 979 Marcella St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAcres HomeHouston 77091Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$333,60580% of homes68% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20789% of homes84% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,615 ft²55% of homes46% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac76% of homes70% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197550% of homes46% of homes30% of homes

About 979 Marcella St

How much is 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX is $333,605 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $312,523 to $354,687. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX last sell?

979 Marcella St, Houston, TX last sold on Jul 20, 1994 for $66,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX?

979 Marcella St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,615 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX built?

979 Marcella St, Houston, TX was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX?

979 Marcella St, Houston, TX is assigned to Highland Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Williams Middle School (middle), rated F; Washington High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77091?

Among the 8,921 homes in Houston 77091, it is worth more than 68% of them ($333,605 against a typical $279,900), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($207 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,615 ft² against a typical 1,672 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1975 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 64% 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 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Marcella St, Houston, TX was $99. The county assessed it at $270,434.

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