1216 Murrayhill Dr · Houston, TX 77043

$439,900

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,712 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 22 Days on market

Built 2019 2,295 sqft lot $162/sqft · at area comps Est $458k · at est. $206/mo HOA · 4% of rent ↓ 2% since listing

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Why this score? — see what drove the C- grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

• Cash flow +18.3/30.0
• ARV discount +9.3/15.0
• 1% rule +6.3/10.0
• DSCR +5.8/10.0
• Schools +4.1/10.0
• Livability +3.7/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Rent growth +2.3/5.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

Key facts

• Gated community
• Open layout
• Granite countertops

Tags

• GATED COMMUNITY
• OPEN LAYOUT
• HARDWOOD FLOORS
• GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
• UNDER-CABINET LIGHTING
• STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES

Property features AI

Finance

• HOA & community: Association: MurrayBrook; Gated community; Annual association fee of $2,475 covering common areas and grounds maintenance

Exterior

• Parking: Attached 2-car garage; Garage door opener
• Security: Owned security system; Smoke detectors
• Utilities: Public water; Public sewer
• Home design: Residential property; Faces north; Built in 2019; Slab foundation
• Construction: Brick and cement siding construction; Composition roof
• Exterior features: Balcony; Covered patio; Patio; Deck; Fenced backyard

Interior

• Kitchen: Dishwasher; Gas cooktop; Disposal; Microwave; Oven
• Bedrooms: Primary bedroom on third level (15x17); Bedroom on first level (12x10); Bedroom on first level (12x11); Third-level bedroom (13x11); Total possible bedrooms: 4
• Flooring: Carpet; Engineered hardwood; Tile
• Bathrooms: 3 full bathrooms; 1 half bathroom; Primary bathroom on third level
• Heating & cooling: Central heating (gas); Central electric air conditioning; Has heating and cooling
• Interior features: Breakfast bar; Double vanity; Entrance foyer; Granite counters; High ceilings; Kitchen island; Kitchen/family room combo; Bath in primary bedroom; Pantry; Soaking tub; Separate shower; Walk-in pantry; Ceiling fans; Programmable thermostat
• Laundry & utility: Washer hookup; Electric dryer hookup; Gas dryer hookup

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 4-bed/3.5-bath single-family listed at $440k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $406 ($5k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($5k rent vs $440k).
• Recommended offer: $433k (1.5% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
• Cap rate 7.4% vs local median 3.1% in Houston — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 74/100 on livability (#184 in TX, #4,771 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: crime F.
• Spring Branch ISD (urban): math 47% / reading 46% proficiency, ranked #215 of 826 in TX (top 26%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
• Zoned schools: Shadow Oaks El (math 27% / reading 24%, grade F, #2,982 of 4,322 statewide, top 70%, 461 students, 92% FRL); Spring Oaks Middle (math 22% / reading 30%, grade F, #1,222 of 1,662 statewide, top 74%, 644 students, 91% FRL); Spring Woods H S (math 53% / reading 36%, grade F, #652 of 1,632 statewide, top 43%, 2,113 students, 82% FRL) — zoned schools average 88% FRL vs 54% district-wide (34 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
• Zoned-school proficiency averages 32% at this address vs 46% district-wide (-14 pts) — the specific schools serving this property underperform the Spring Branch ISD average; the district grade overstates school quality for this exact location.
• Market conditions: Rents soft (-0.9%/yr); 202 active listings in the ZIP; 11 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 12d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 29,883 units permitted in Harris County in 2024 (8,621 in 5+ unit buildings).
• At $4,970/mo this rent would consume 75% of the median local household income ($79k/yr) (locally 1667% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $3k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $13k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Harris County population projected at +47% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 22 days — a 2% lower offer ($433k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 7 sale attempts since 8y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.

Risks & watch-outs

• Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→23/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $433,301 (1.5% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
2. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
3. Schools are D-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
4. Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
5. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
6. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
7. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 1.13% ✓
• Cap rate: 7.40%
• Cash-on-cash: 3.96%
• DSCR: 1.18
• GRM: 7.4

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $457,723
• List price: $439,900
• Delta: -2.78%
• Verdict: FAIR
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1224 Murrayhill Dr	0.02mi	3/3.5 (-1)	2,704 (-0%)	2mo	$448,000	$166	92
10519 Brinwood Dr	0.37mi	4/3.5	2,775 (+2%)	1mo	$849,000	$306	78
10438 Brinwood Dr	0.43mi	4/3.5	2,753 (+2%)	3mo	$875,000	$318	75
10155 Hanka Dr	0.31mi	4/3.5	2,900 (+7%)	2mo	$889,900	$307	72
10402 Hazelhurst Dr	0.52mi	4/2.5	2,791 (+3%)	0mo	$749,000	$268	67
1335 Spillers Ln	0.48mi	4/3.0	2,535 (-6%)	8mo	$475,000	$187	58
1506 Maux Dr	0.46mi	3/3.5 (-1)	2,539 (-6%)	7mo	$850,000	$335	57
10511 Londonderry Dr	0.68mi	4/3.5	2,520 (-7%)	4mo	$775,000	$308	53
1423 Mapleton Dr	0.71mi	3/2.5 (-1)	2,681 (-1%)	4mo	$599,000	$223	53
10126 Whiteside Ln	0.43mi	4/2.0	2,420 (-11%)	7mo	$490,000	$202	50
1626 Conrad Sauer Dr	0.64mi	3/2.5 (-1)	2,460 (-9%)	0mo	$609,000	$248	46
1535 Maux Dr	0.52mi	3/2.0 (-1)	2,446 (-10%)	4mo	$350,000	$143	45

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -13.9%
• Equity multiple: 0.52×
• Total profit: $-59,597
• Equity at exit: $65,591

10-year hold

• IRR: -11.8%
• Equity multiple: 0.40×
• Total profit: $-73,355
• Equity at exit: $38,035

Cash invested: $123,172 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
• State Texas: 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+5
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

3-day notice; statewide preemption; one of the fastest eviction climates; Travis County (Austin) slightly slower.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 77043

• Rents YoY: -0.9%
• Active inventory: 202
• Price-to-rent: 7.4×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $4,970 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$2,307
• Tax from tax record: −$824 /mo · $9,884/yr
• Insurance: −$183
• HOA: −$206
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$1,044
• Net cashflow: $406

Break-even live

Break-even rent $4,456

Max offer price $439,900

Occupancy floor 87%

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $655	-5% $531	+0% $406	+5% $282	+10% $157
Rent	-10% $14	-5% $210	+0% $406	+5% $603	+10% $799
Rate	-1.0pp $628	-0.5pp $518	base $406	+0.5pp $292	+1.0pp $176

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $109,975
• Closing costs: $13,197
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 11 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
10401 Town & Country Way Unit 10434 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	1995	$4,961	$2.49	11d	1	0.73mi
10401 Town & Country Way Unit 3187 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	1995	$4,929	$2.47	3d	1	0.74mi
10411 Town & Country Way Houston, TX	3.0	3.0	1866	$3,512	$1.88	44d	1	0.74mi
10411 Town & Country Way Houston, TX	3.0	3.0	1866	$3,512	$1.88	20d	1	0.74mi
12000 Barryknoll Ln Unit 12033 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	1821	$4,604	$2.53	11d	1	1.17mi
12000 Barryknoll Ln Unit 3165 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	1821	$4,572	$2.51	3d	1	1.17mi
9757 Katy Fwy Unit 9790 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	1750	$5,462	$3.12	14d	1	1.20mi
9757 Katy Fwy Unit 3165 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	2304	$9,981	$4.33	3d	1	1.20mi
9757 Katy Fwy Unit 510 Houston, TX	3.0	2.0	2304	$10,013	$4.35	11d	1	1.20mi
12925 Trail Hollow Dr Houston, TX	3.0	3.0	2014	$2,400	$1.19	44d	1	1.22mi
614 Bendwood Dr Houston, TX	4.0	2.0	2179	$5,750	$2.64	44d	1	1.22mi

HOA detail

• Monthly dues: $206 · $2,472/yr
• Likely covers: security

Listing history 30 events

1. 2026-06-18
   days on market $439,900 Active 22 DOM
2. 2026-06-17
   days on market $439,900 Active 21 DOM
3. 2026-06-16
   days on market $439,900 Active 20 DOM
4. 2026-06-15
   days on market $439,900 Active 19 DOM
5. 2026-06-13
   pricedays on market $439,900 Active 17 DOM
6. 2026-06-09
   days on market $445,000 Active 13 DOM
7. 2026-06-08
   days on market $445,000 Active 12 DOM
8. 2026-06-07
   days on market $445,000 Active 11 DOM
9. 2026-06-04
   days on market $445,000 Active 8 DOM
10. 2026-06-03
    days on market $445,000 Active 7 DOM
11. 2026-06-02
    days on market $445,000 Active 6 DOM
12. 2026-06-01
    days on market $445,000 Active 5 DOM
13. 2026-05-31
    days on market $445,000 Active 4 DOM
14. 2026-04-06
    listed $445,000 Active 842-char remark
15. 2021-02-12
    soldstatus Sold 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

16. 2021-02-12
    soldstatus

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

17. 2021-01-16
    status Pending 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

18. 2021-01-05
    status Option Pending 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

19. 2021-01-01
    status Active 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

20. 2020-12-31
    historical 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

21. 2020-09-01
    price $374,900 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

22. 2020-08-18
    price $379,900 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

23. 2020-08-04
    price $384,900 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

24. 2020-02-28
    listed $389,900 Active 916-char remark

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    New Construction within minutes of Memorial City Mall, City Centre, Energy Corridor and world class hospitals. This well designed, light and bright 3 story free standing patio home offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. Exceptional features include: Stainless appliance package, granite counters, undermount kitchen lighting, 42 inch job built cabinets with European concealed hinges, subway tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wide plank wood floors, custom paint colors, Schlage door knobs, Integrate “structured” pre-wiring for TV, double pane, Lo-E-2 windows, 30 yr. architectural shingles, radiant barrier roof decking, 52 inch fan, oversized baseboards, elevator capable closet to all floors, separate study with French door, brick front porch, fenced backyard with sod, attached two car garage, gated entry and more! Close to I-10 and Beltway 8 for easy commute. Come see for yourself!

25. 2020-02-23
    historical
26. 2019-11-11
    listed $424,900 Active
27. 2019-06-19
    historical
28. 2019-05-01
    listed $449,900 Active
29. 2018-11-08
    historical
30. 2018-02-26
    listed $449,900 Active

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast TX · Resets to sale price

• Current annual tax: $9,884 · $824/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $9,884 · $824/mo
• Expected delta: $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 9/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥109°F today · 23 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 9/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 3 unhealthy d/yr today · 3 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $59,639
• − Mortgage interest: −$24,641
• − Property taxes: −$9,884
• − Insurance: −$2,200
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$4,771
• − Management: −$4,771
• − HOA: −$2,472
• − Depreciation: −$12,797
• Taxable loss: −$1,898
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$455
• After-tax cash flow: $5,332/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Spring Branch ISD
• NCES district ID: 4841100
• Math proficiency: 47% ▼ -4.00%
• Reading proficiency: 46% ▼ -1.00%
• Median HH income: $60,311
• Composite: 40.88/100
• National rank: #3624
• State rank: #215 of 826 in TX

Livability — Houston

• Score: 74/100
• State rank: #184
• US rank: #4771

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A Cost of living A+ Crime F Employment C Housing A+ Health & safety A- User ratings F

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Houston, TX
• County: Harris County · 4,702,590 people
• City population: 3,226,434
• Metro: Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
• Population (ZIP): 29,048
• Household income: $79,359
• Rent vs Own: 47.2% rent · 52.8% own
• Severe rent burden: 1667.0

Population outlook (Harris County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 5,571,493 people
• By 2030: 6,089,821 · +9.3%
• By 2040: 7,142,806 · +28.2%
• By 2050: 8,185,864 · +46.9%
• By 2075: 10,574,329 · +89.8%
• By 2100: 12,109,958 · +117.4%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.66)
• Race & ethnicity: Hispanic / Latino 44% White 37% Two or more races 25% Black 8% Asian 6%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 24% Puerto Rican 3%
• Common ancestry: Lithuanian 3% Slovak 2% Romanian 2%
• Foreign-born: 31% · Canada, China, Vietnam
• Languages at home: 52% English-only · Spanish 36% French/Haitian/Cajun 2% Vietnamese 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Harris

• 2024 margin: Lean D (+5.5) · D 52.0% · R 46.4% · Other 1.6%
• 2008→2024 swing: +3.9pp toward D · 2008: 1.6pp · 2024: 5.5pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+5.5 2020: D+13.3 2016: D+12.4 2012: D+0.1 2008: D+1.6

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -283.51%
• Current HPI: 286.4053
• Rent YoY: ▼ -0.86%
• Metro: Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 3.95%
• F500 in state: 110

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in TX)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Energy	16	$1,198B
▸Technology	5	$198B
▸Engineering / Construction	4	$72B
▸Energy Services	3	$60B
▸Utilities	3	$41B
▸Healthcare	2	$330B

Price history

-2.2% since first listed

20 events — show timeline

• 2026-06-11 Price Changed $439,900 HARMLS
• 2026-05-27 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2026-05-27 Listed $445,000 HARMLS
• 2026-04-06 Listed $445,000 HARMLS
• 2021-02-12 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
• 2021-02-12 Sold (MLS) — HARMLS
• 2021-01-16 Pending — HARMLS
• 2021-01-05 Pending — HARMLS
• 2021-01-01 Relisted — HARMLS
• 2020-12-31 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2020-09-01 Price Changed $374,900 HARMLS
• 2020-08-18 Price Changed $379,900 HARMLS
• 2020-08-04 Price Changed $384,900 HARMLS
• 2020-02-28 Listed $389,900 HARMLS
• 2020-02-23 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2019-11-11 Listed $424,900 HARMLS
• 2019-06-19 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2019-05-01 Listed $449,900 HARMLS
• 2018-11-08 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2018-02-26 Listed $449,900 HARMLS

Property tax history

-0.7%/yr

Latest (2025): $9,884 · -1.4% YoY. Source: county tax records.