Harris Value

8726 Congo Ln, Houston, TX 77040

3,140 sqft, built 2003 Appraised at $865,700 for 2026.

Harris County account 0451350000240

Appraised value
$865,700
Tax year 2026 · after any cap, before exemptions
Living area
3,140 sqft
$276 per sqft
Year built
2003
Average quality

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Assessment snapshot

These public HCAD records highlight what may be worth checking before you file.

  • Assessment changeThe appraised value stayed about the same, from $865,700 in 2025 to $865,700 in 2026.
  • Appraised value per square footThe current public record shows about $276 per square foot before any comparable-property adjustments.
  • Nearby comparison areaThis page starts the equity review with public records for ZIP 77040.
  • Neighborhood value signalAmong 40 residential records in the same neighborhood, the average appraised value is about $173 per square foot.
  • Area year-over-year signalNearby residential records with prior-year values moved about +6.0% on average.

Comparable assessments

Similar public appraisal records selected for this property's equity comparison.

  • 7222 Holmsley Ln, Houston, TX 77040
    3,331 sqft | $129/sqft | built 1996 | 6% larger (3,331 vs 3,140 sqft); Similar quality (1 step: Good vs Average); Same neighborhood group
    $429,887
  • 5603 Clara Rd, Houston, TX 77041
    3,528 sqft | $173/sqft | built 2021 | 12% larger (3,528 vs 3,140 sqft); Lot 19% larger (89,464 vs 75,477 sqft); Same quality (Average)
    $611,693

Recent comparable sales

Sales selected by similarity to the subject property. Texas is a non-disclosure state, so these MLS-listed sales are supplemental evidence.

  • 8219 Terrace Brook Dr, Houston, TX 77040
    September-25-2026 | 3,105 sqft | $113/sqft | built 2006 | Similar size (3,105 sqft); Similar age (2006); Sold after the valuation date
    $350,000
  • 9523 Bayou Lake Ln, Houston, TX 77040
    August-12-2026 | 3,216 sqft | $154/sqft | built 1998 | Similar size (3,216 sqft); Moderate age difference (5 years older); Sold after the valuation date
    $495,000
  • 8419 Laurel Trce, Houston, TX 77040
    June-15-2026 | 3,118 sqft | $149/sqft | built 2000 | Similar size (3,118 sqft); Similar age (2000); Sold after the valuation date
    $465,000
  • 9406 Fern Wood Frst, Houston, TX 77040
    August-26-2026 | 2,907 sqft | $153/sqft | built 1999 | 7% size difference (2,907 sqft); Moderate age difference (4 years older); Sold after the valuation date
    $444,900
  • 35 Parkway Pl, Jersey Village, TX 77040
    June-3-2026 | 3,250 sqft | $138/sqft | built 1999 | Similar size (3,250 sqft); Moderate age difference (4 years older); Sold after the valuation date
    $449,999

Public appraisal comparison for 2026. Prepared . Appraisal source: Harris County Appraisal District. Sales data checked in this snapshot: . Showing the last prepared sales evidence while recent sales are refreshed. Matches consider available size, age, location and property characteristics. How comparisons work.