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$789,410$324 / 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 91How 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

5221 PALMETTO ST

BELLAIRE, TX 77401
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,433 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$789K
$722K low$857K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,481 (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.$842,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$828,751
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,249
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$765,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$842,000

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.21 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.1 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.Traditional/Old
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
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 · 2,433 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
Condit Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Bellaire High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Pershing Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77401These 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.42
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$187,103
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$248,094
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

5221 Palmetto St 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 93% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Bellaire 77401
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Bellaire 77401
  • Older than 96% of homes in Bellaire 77401

What homes are worth in Bellaire 77401

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

This home
$329K$3M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Bellaire 77401.

How it measures up in Bellaire 77401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellaire 77401.

Estimated value$789,410
CheaperTypical $1,160,481Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$324
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,433 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,687 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 5221 Palmetto St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellaire 77401Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$789,41027% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32446% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,433 ft²26% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac92% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than19484% of homes6% of homes

About 5221 Palmetto St

How much is 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX is $789,410 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $722,183 to $856,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX last sell?

5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX last sold on Apr 13, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX?

5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,433 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX built?

5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX?

5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX is assigned to Condit Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Bellaire High School (high), rated B; Pershing Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX compare to other homes in Bellaire 77401?

Among the 6,223 homes in Bellaire 77401, it is worth more than 27% of them ($789,410 against a typical $1,160,481), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($324 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 26% of them (2,433 ft² against a typical 3,687 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1948 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 93% 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 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5221 Palmetto St, Bellaire, TX was $15,481. The county assessed it at $842,000.

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