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$828,848$356 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $458,800 on Jul 3, 2018

5042 WATEKA DR

DALLAS, TX 75209
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,328 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$829K
$781K low$877K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$458,800 · Jul 3, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,745 (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.$822,310 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$460,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$362,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$841,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$822,310

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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
CountyDALLAS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Yes

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.

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

E
K.B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and GiftedA-
Elementary · Grades EE–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Dallas Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75209These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,451
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,368 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,868
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$187,671
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

5042 Wateka Dr 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 more than 90% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Dallas County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in North Park / Love Field
  • Older than 93% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Dallas 75209

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

This home
$153K$6.2M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Dallas 75209.

How it measures up in Dallas 75209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75209.

Estimated value$828,848
CheaperTypical $1,189,069Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$356
CheaperTypical $474Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,455 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 5042 Wateka Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Park / Love FieldDallas 75209Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$828,84869% of homes36% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35636% of homes26% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,328 ft²68% of homes48% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac69% of homes51% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than194639% of homes28% of homes7% of homes

About 5042 Wateka Dr

How much is 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX is $828,848 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $781,172 to $876,524. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX last sell?

5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX last sold on Jul 3, 2018 for $458,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,328 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX built?

5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX is assigned to K.B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and Gifted (elementary), rated A-; Thomas Jefferson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Dallas Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75209?

Among the 5,800 homes in Dallas 75209, it is worth more than 36% of them ($828,848 against a typical $1,189,069), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($356 against a typical $474), it is bigger than 48% of them (2,328 ft² against a typical 2,455 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1946 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 90% 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 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5042 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX was $13,745. The county assessed it at $822,310.

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