8506 Riptide Dr, Houston, TX 77072
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8506 Riptide Dr
Houston, TX 77072

Alief
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,588 sqft

$214,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,467/mo*
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$214,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,467/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,588 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$214K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-3.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$212K
July 2026$214K
June 2026$215K
May 2026$218K
April 2026$217K
March 2026$218K
February 2026$216K
January 2026$213K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12323 Lima Drive, Houston, TX
0.38
Single-Family Home
-
01/23/26
4
2
1,865
12007 Sharpcrest St, Houston, TX
0.49
Single-Family Home
-
02/12/26
3
2
1,835
11626 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX
0.51
Single-Family Home
-
04/27/26
3
2
1,427
11906 Pompano Lane, Houston, TX
0.60
Single-Family Home
-
04/02/26
3
2
1,638
12522 Lima Drive, Houston, TX
0.60
Single-Family Home
-
11/20/25
3
2
1,620
12606 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX
0.65
Single-Family Home
-
07/29/26
3
2
2,239
8611 Amblewood Dr, Houston, TX
0.68
Single-Family Home
-
04/24/26
3
2
1,350
11618 Sea Shore Dr, Houston, TX
0.77
Single-Family Home
-
06/10/26
3
2
1,456
9103 Kindlewood Dr, Houston, TX
0.59
Single-Family Home
-
11/11/25
3
4
1,822
11607 Zarroll Dr, Houston, TX
0.54
Single-Family Home
-
03/31/26
3
3
2,207

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
12115 Troulon Dr, Houston, TX 77072
0.17
$115,000
-
-
-
For Sale
12018 Troulon Dr, Houston, TX 77072
0.22
$285,000
3
2
1,694
For Sale
11834 Lima Drive, Houston, TX 77099
0.32
$237,400
3
2
1,614
Off Market
11919 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77072
0.30
$115,000
4
3
1,024
For Sale
12323 Lima Drive, Houston, TX 77099
0.38
-
4
2
1,865
Recently Sold
12314 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX 77099
0.38
$299,000
3
2
1,642
For Sale
11810 Zarroll Dr, Houston, TX 77099
0.35
$279,000
3
2
2,339
For Sale
12318 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX 77099
0.39
$350,000
4
2
1,896
For Sale
12323 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX 77099
0.41
$329,000
4
2
1,864
For Sale
12300 Brookglade Cir #93, Houston, TX 77099
0.42
$149,000
2
2.5
1,168
For Sale
12326 Bexley Dr, Houston, TX 77099
0.41
$229,000
3
2
1,642
For Sale
12300 Brookglade Circle #103, Houston, TX 77099
0.42
$141,500
2
2.5
1,146
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School5 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1971
Living Area
1,588 sqft
Price/Sqft
$135
Parking
Garage

About this House

Nice one story house features 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms in the subdivision of Catalina Square. EXCELLENT TENANT
$1350/month. Home with tile floor and gas log, covered patio with a nice landscaping. Only 5 minutes walking to the church. House located in a nice and quiet neighborhood. LET'S MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY AND GO SEE IT.
8506 Riptide Dr, Houston, TX 77072 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,588 sqft single-family home in Alief, built in 1971. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2017 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 14, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $214,000, with a rent estimate of $1,853/month.

Home Details for 8506 Riptide Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Wood, BrickFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1971Year Updated: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: traditional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 29, 2021
Source: RE/MAX International
ListingRemoved
Aug 13, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$195,000
Sep 14, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,400
Jun 6, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,400
Price decreased by 7%
Jun 4, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,500

Market trends in Alief

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$189K
$3.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.2%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$122
$1MoM
Available listings
337
25MoM
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Alief
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What Locals Say about Alief

At least 474 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 35 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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  • Justincaseproduction
    "The community connects with each other and share information with neighbors. We also have police presence in the area"
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  • Melissa Toc
    "A lot of stray dogs roaming around. Cars speeding and homeless walking around. . ."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of culture and an obvious place of creativity. Came a long way with a sort of troubled past but more care is being taken in this community."
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  • Trulia User
    "love the neighborhood. When I lived in the area it was good. I want to move back soon. Nice n clean in some parts. Every one can be nice to each other if time comes to it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "At the moment there are no traditions each individual subdivision has their own events. Most events come from the local Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools. The events are Fall and Winter carnivals, Health and Back to School Fairs, etc."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice and clean neighborhood, I think its basically a well maintained neighborhood where people feel safe to live"
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighbors are very helpful and kind. If I ever need anything I know I can ask my neighbors questions or for help."
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  • Trulia User
    "public transportation is close by. lots of crime in the area. people are friendly enough, just watch your belongings. keep your doors locked. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would like the many dog friendly parks near by but they might dis-like the unleashed pet roaming around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We stand together to make our neighborhood and each other better. We help each other as need helping and we support each other as we see fit. This is a reason as to why I personally like Alief as a community and I am proud of future generations growing up. "
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  • Trulia User
    "commute isn't too bad. I see lots of bus stops. traffic gets backed up from time to time (like every day)"
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  • Katherine
    "It has an excellent school system but does not have the best parks. However the library is stellar. "
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  • Johnsince1992
    "There’s a lot of loose dog in the neighborhood sometimes they will follow or even attack you dog. "
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  • Shawntell M.
    "It’s pretty quiet where I stay I can’t say about the rest of Alief. It’s a transit bus that comes but I have my own vehicles. It’s a dog park in my apartments "
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  • Raja E.
    "It’s culturally diverse, with perks such as neighborhood parks, tennis court, and local pools. The streets are kept clean and well maintained. Little to no robbery is reported in my neighborhood."
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  • Veronica B.
    "Schools are amazing. Daughter graduated top 3% from her school and went to an public ivy league university. Alief's education system is wonderful."
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  • Brenda D.
    "I have lived here my whole Life and it just feels like home. There are a lot of different types of ethnicity restaurants. "
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  • A.S.
    "Nobody picks up after their animals, nor do they often use leashes. There are lots and lots of strays too."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in Alief almost all of my life. Our neighbors are always so kind and friendly. My children feel safe and protected here. Everyone helps each other out. There is a sense of community here. If you enjoy people you should consider living in alief. The schools are also very welcoming and challenging. It is perfect for any person of any age."
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  • Angelo S.
    "There are none it’s just a quiet type place and people like it that way. It’s a middle class suburbs type place."
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  • Juliepineda1010
    "There’s a lot of schools very close there’s a Starbucks near bay the back yard is not to big a lot of dogs and cats"
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  • Angelo S.
    "People mind their business here nice and quiet feel safe enough to let the kids go around the neighborhood but always keep an eye out."
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  • Oluseye A.
    "i see a lot of people walking there dogs on a sunny or not so sunny day and we have all sorts of dogs."
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  • Oluseye A.
    "My area is a gated community and i appreciate the security and seclusion. the schools are a walking distance and they are good schools."
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  • Mlb1955
    "Heavy traffic at our access road to Dairy Ashford, right across from an elementary and middle school. (Crossing guards though.) Long lines going both ways on Dairy Ashford at school closing times. "
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  • Flaming U.
    "Y'all know it's the Hood but if you from the Hood you will feel right at home. It's a rough neighborhood but the people are cool. "
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  • Helen M.
    "It is not that quiet at times and there is an average amount of crime. There are usually a lot of people walking around as well"
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  • Zahida J.
    "My neighborhood is good, quiet and friendly neighbors, good commute access and public transportation "
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  • Aarin
    "There are none. It's the hood, no one does good things in the hood. The basketball hoops are down, the tennis court is closed down without nets. There are no speed limit signs or children at play so slow down signs. it's ridiculous, gun shots are the norm. "
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  • Ejoquendo1980
    "My neighbors 4 untrained German Shepard’s run lose in the neighborhood at night attacking smaller dogs and cats and barking/howling all night long, they even killed a cat in my front yard and left it there to rot in the summer heat!"
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  • Shelia O
    "I have pretty decent access to 59 and Beltway 8. I typically take the Park and Ride to work Downtown "
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  • TaylorMade
    "They wouldn’t like that stray dogs are just always walking around, but they do have owners. I don’t know if pet owners would like that, but I personally think it’s cool."
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  • Kashif S.
    "Alief is best ISD to live in. Great schools, beautiful Parks and many activities.shopping places, daycare all kinds of shops"
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  • Dee
    "People walk their dogs all the time, people and their pets are friendly. There is plenty of grass and park areas to walk pets. These areas are also in walking distance. "
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Frequently asked questions about 8506 Riptide Dr

  • What is 8506 Riptide Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8506 Riptide Dr in Houston, TX is $214,000.
  • Is Houston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Houston is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Houston?
    The median sale price in Houston is $189K. That is up $3.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Alief neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Alief neighborhood in Houston, TX as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Alief, Houston.
  • Does 8506 Riptide Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8506 Riptide Dr in Houston, TX has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 8506 Riptide Dr?
    The lot at 8506 Riptide Dr in Houston, TX is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).