The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77044 sells for about $366,990, or $140 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 17 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,833 a month.
ZIP 77044 — Houston
The 77044 housing market is experiencing strong growth, with a median sale price of $366,990 reflecting an 11.9% year-over-year increase. The area is characterized by rapid residential expansion in master-planned communities, though some specific metrics like months of supply and exact tax rates were not available for this ZIP. Demand remains steady as the area continues to attract families looking for modern suburban housing.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and commuters seeking modern, master-planned suburban living with access to community amenities and relative affordability compared to the urban core.
Median prices moved up 11.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 17 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 77044, Harris County TX
The area is served by master-planned communities with access to local public schools, though specific ratings vary by district.
The area is located in northeast Harris County near Lake Houston, necessitating awareness of regional flood risks and insurance requirements.
The area has transformed from a semi-rural outpost into a bustling residential hub, driven by master-planned communities like Summerwood and Fall Creek.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
The area is situated between Lake Houston and George Bush Intercontinental Airport, providing suburban access to major employment corridors in northeast Houston.
Lifestyle revolves around community pools, local parks, and youth sports leagues within master-planned developments.
The rental market features a mix of apartments and single-family homes with a median rent of $1,833.
The economy is anchored by residential growth and proximity to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, with a mix of suburban retail and service industries.
Ongoing development of new construction homes continues to expand the residential footprint of the area.
Parcels are subject to various MUDs and special districts common in Harris County master-planned developments.
Data sourced from Houston State of Health and Census-based reports.
- Downtown Aquarium4.115.2 mi
- Cidercade Houston4.514.5 mi
- Meow Wolf Houston's Radio Tave4.414 mi
- Children's Museum Houston4.617.9 mi
- Dave & Buster's Houston - Katy Fwy4.219.6 mi
- Daikin Park4.715 mi
- Toyota Center4.615.6 mi
- George R. Brown Convention Center4.515.3 mi
- POST Houston4.615 mi
- Cidercade Houston4.514.5 mi
- Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve4.39.3 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown Jacinto City and XD4.49.7 mi
- Alexander Deussen Park4.61.3 mi
- Main Event Humble4.610.7 mi
- Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center4.712.1 mi
- Houston Museum of Natural Science4.818.1 mi
- POST Houston4.615 mi
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston4.818 mi
- Meow Wolf Houston's Radio Tave4.414 mi
- Children's Museum Houston4.617.9 mi
- Xtreme Off Road Park and Beach4.54.7 mi
- Alexander Deussen Park4.61.3 mi
- Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center4.712.1 mi
- Porky's Backyard Food Truck Park4.56.6 mi
- Lindsay/Lyons Park and Sports Complex4.46.1 mi
- Good Times Marina and RV park4.63.2 mi
- Xtreme Marina & Park4.34.6 mi
- Golf Club of Houston4.26.1 mi
- Kingwood Country Club - Kingwood Clubhouse4.510 mi
- Tour 18 Golf Course4.37.4 mi
- Max Bowl - Humble4.57.2 mi
- Atascocita Golf Club3.88.1 mi
- Deerbrook Mall4.310.1 mi
- H-E-B4.65 mi
- Joe V's Smart Shop4.56.3 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods4.37.2 mi
- Fiesta Mart #94.110.5 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport412.6 mi
- William P. Hobby Airport4.418.6 mi
- The St. James Restaurant & Cabaret3.815.4 mi
- Ember3.112.4 mi
- Vida Taqueria3.812.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major recreational lake serving the northeast Houston area.
Master-planned community with extensive local parks and amenities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).