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$210,000$155 / 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 89How 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 $158,400 on Apr 30, 2026

5218 CORTELYOU LN

HOUSTON, TX 77021
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,359 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$210K
$186K low$234K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,400 · Apr 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20 (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.$174,223 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,268
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$73,955
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$187,532
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$174,223

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

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.Traditional/Old
CountyHARRIS
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 52 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Peck Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Cullen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Yates High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77021These 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.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,985 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,952
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,937
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

5218 Cortelyou Ln 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 80% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Greater OST / South Union
  • Older than 87% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77021

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

This home
$113K$872K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Houston 77021.

How it measures up in Houston 77021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77021.

Estimated value$210,000
CheaperTypical $206,578Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,359 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,501 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5218 Cortelyou Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater OST / South UnionHouston 77021Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,00065% of homes51% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15564% of homes56% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,359 ft²47% of homes39% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac84% of homes78% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195566% of homes64% of homes13% of homes

About 5218 Cortelyou Ln

How much is 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX is $210,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $185,934 to $234,066. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX last sell?

5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX last sold on Apr 30, 2026 for $158,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX?

5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,359 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX built?

5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX?

5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX is assigned to Peck Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Cullen Middle School (middle), rated C-; Yates High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77021?

Among the 8,376 homes in Houston 77021, it is worth more than 51% of them ($210,000 against a typical $206,578), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($155 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,359 ft² against a typical 1,501 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1955 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 20% 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 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5218 Cortelyou Ln, Houston, TX was $20. The county assessed it at $174,223.

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