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$214,383$125 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $158,800 on Dec 22, 2015

4938 COTTON RIDGE TRL

HOUSTON, TX 77053
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,716 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$214K
$203K low$226K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,800 · Dec 22, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,977 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$236,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,886
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,234
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,819
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$236,120

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.15 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFORT BEND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 30 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Aldridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
M
McAuliffe Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Willowridge High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Fort Bend Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77053These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,203
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,677 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,205
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,302
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%

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How this home compares

4938 Cotton Ridge Trl 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.

  • Worth less than 94% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Houston 77053
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Fort Bend Houston

What homes are worth in Houston 77053

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

This home
$120K$294K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Houston 77053.

How it measures up in Houston 77053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77053.

Estimated value$214,383
CheaperTypical $199,012Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Bend HoustonHouston 77053Fort Bend County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,38359% of homes67% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12533% of homes23% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,716 ft²67% of homes77% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac80% of homes86% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than199987% of homes76% of homes36% of homes

About 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl

How much is 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX is $214,383 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $202,723 to $226,043. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX last sell?

4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX last sold on Dec 22, 2015 for $158,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX?

4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,716 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX built?

4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX?

4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX is assigned to Aldridge Elementary School (elementary); McAuliffe Middle School (middle), rated F; Willowridge High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Fort Bend Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77053?

Among the 9,910 homes in Houston 77053, it is worth more than 67% of them ($214,383 against a typical $199,012), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($125 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,716 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1999 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Fort Bend County, it is worth more than 6% 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 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4938 Cotton Ridge Trl, Houston, TX was $2,977. The county assessed it at $236,120.

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