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$209,299$205 / 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 96How 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 $115,900 on Jul 28, 2017

5238 CACTUS DR

PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,023 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$209K
$201K low$218K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,900 · Jul 28, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$496 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$77,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyALLEGHENY
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.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Whitehall Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 0.9 mi
M
J. E. Harrison Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Baldwin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Baldwin-Whitehall School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 15236These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.32,327
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,979 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,935
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,130
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

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How this home compares

5238 Cactus 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 81% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Allegheny County

What homes are worth in Pittsburgh 15236

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

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$135K$510K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236.

How it measures up in Pittsburgh 15236

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsburgh 15236.

Estimated value$209,299
CheaperTypical $255,731Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,023 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,399 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 5238 Cactus Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15236Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$209,29919% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20570% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,023 ft²17% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac46% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than195552% of homes58% of homes

About 5238 Cactus Dr

How much is 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA is $209,299 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $200,893 to $217,705. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jul 28, 2017 for $115,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,023 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA is assigned to Whitehall Elementary School (elementary); J. E. Harrison Middle School (middle), rated D; Baldwin High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Baldwin-Whitehall School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15236?

Among the 11,261 homes in Pittsburgh 15236, it is worth more than 19% of them ($209,299 against a typical $255,731), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($205 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,023 ft² against a typical 1,399 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1955 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 43% 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 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5238 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA was $496. The county assessed it at $77,200.

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