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$221,971$222 / 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 97How 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

5243 CACTUS DR

PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
999 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$222K
$215K low$229K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$524 (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.$81,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$81,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,500

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.0.15
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

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

5243 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 74% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Allegheny County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Pittsburgh 15236

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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$144K$508K

This home is worth more than 26% 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$221,971
CheaperTypical $255,601Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area999 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,399 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 5243 Cactus Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsburgh 15236Allegheny County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,97126% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22284% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than999 ft²15% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac14% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195658% of homes60% of homes

About 5243 Cactus Dr

How much is 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA is $221,971 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $214,618 to $229,324. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA last sell?

5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 999 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA built?

5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

5243 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 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA compare to other homes in Pittsburgh 15236?

Among the 11,261 homes in Pittsburgh 15236, it is worth more than 26% of them ($221,971 against a typical $255,601), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($222 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 15% of them (999 ft² against a typical 1,399 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1956 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Allegheny County, it is worth more than 47% 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 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5243 Cactus Dr, Pittsburgh, PA was $524. The county assessed it at $81,500.

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