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$188,652$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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5218 RIDGETON DR

HOUSTON, TX 77053
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,215 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
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

$189K
$177K low$200K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$116,652
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$93,322
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.38%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$36,000
BANCO TEJANO · recorded Mar 23, 1999
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$36,000
BANCO TEJANO

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,089 (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.$184,184 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,184
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,209

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.17 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.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.0.24
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.Patio · 221 ft²Porch · 51 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.

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

E
Ridgemont Early Literacy Center
Elementary · Grades EE–1 · 0.3 mi
M
McAuliffe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Willowridge High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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.36,202
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.$63,203
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,299
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5218 Ridgeton 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 less than 97% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Fort Bend Houston
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Houston 77053
  • Older than 95% of homes in Fort Bend County

What homes are worth in Houston 77053

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

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$115K$300K

This home is worth more than 35% 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$188,652
CheaperTypical $201,044Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,215 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5218 Ridgeton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Bend HoustonHouston 77053Fort Bend County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,65227% of homes35% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15586% of homes78% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,215 ft²15% of homes26% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac92% of homes93% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197220% of homes31% of homes5% of homes

About 5218 Ridgeton Dr

How much is 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX is $188,652 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $177,186 to $200,118. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Mar 23, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX?

5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,215 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX built?

5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX?

5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Ridgemont Early Literacy Center (elementary); McAuliffe Middle School (middle), rated D+; 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 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77053?

Among the 9,809 homes in Houston 77053, it is worth more than 35% of them ($188,652 against a typical $201,044), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($155 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,215 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1972 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Fort Bend County, it is worth more than 3% 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 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5218 Ridgeton Dr, Houston, TX was $1,089. The county assessed it at $184,184.

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