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$315,488$149 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $236,400 on Jul 28, 2020

12842 RIVA RIDGE LN

HOUSTON, TX 77071
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,124 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$315K
$297K low$334K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$236,400 · Jul 28, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$120,664
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$96,531
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.58%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$189,150
SUPREME LNDG · recorded Jul 28, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$5,674
HOUSING & CMNTY DEV DEPT

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,514 (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.$262,932 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,232
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,561
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,932

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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.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 · 32 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Gross Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Welch Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Westbury High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77071These 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.109
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 100.19

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.26,545
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,589 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,797
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12842 Riva Ridge 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Houston 77071

What homes are worth in Houston 77071

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

This home
$70K$696K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Houston 77071.

How it measures up in Houston 77071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77071.

Estimated value$315,488
CheaperTypical $288,760Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,124 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,889 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 12842 Riva Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHouston 77071Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$315,48862% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14954% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,124 ft²59% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac13% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than198380% of homes48% of homes

About 12842 Riva Ridge Ln

How much is 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX is $315,488 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $297,026 to $333,950. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX last sell?

12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX last sold on Jul 28, 2020 for $236,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX?

12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,124 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX built?

12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX?

12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX is assigned to Gross Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Welch Middle School (middle), rated C-; Westbury High School (high), rated C. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77071?

Among the 7,381 homes in Houston 77071, it is worth more than 62% of them ($315,488 against a typical $288,760), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($149 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,124 ft² against a typical 1,889 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1983 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 59% 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 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12842 Riva Ridge Ln, Houston, TX was $4,514. The county assessed it at $262,932.

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