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$430,425$209 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $319,000 on Apr 2, 2007

5259 ARIEL ST

HOUSTON, TX 77096
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,064 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.
1961
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

$430K
$373K low$488K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$319,000 · Apr 2, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,273 (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.$342,226 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$298,209
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,017
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$425,528
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$342,226

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.35 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
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 · 364 ft²

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
Lovett Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Bellaire High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Johnston Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77096These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.30%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,294
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,359 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,390
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,438
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%

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How this home compares

5259 Ariel 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 78% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Harris County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Meyerland Area
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Harris County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77096

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

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$117K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Houston 77096.

How it measures up in Houston 77096

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77096.

Estimated value$430,425
CheaperTypical $466,437Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,266 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 5259 Ariel St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeyerland AreaHouston 77096Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$430,42524% of homes37% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20948% of homes54% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than2,064 ft²26% of homes32% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac73% of homes77% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than196140% of homes43% of homes17% of homes

About 5259 Ariel St

How much is 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX is $430,425 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $373,131 to $487,719. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX last sell?

5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX last sold on Apr 2, 2007 for $319,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX?

5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,064 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX built?

5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX?

5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX is assigned to Lovett Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Bellaire High School (high), rated B; Johnston 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 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77096?

Among the 8,229 homes in Houston 77096, it is worth more than 37% of them ($430,425 against a typical $466,437), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($209 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 32% of them (2,064 ft² against a typical 2,266 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1961 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 78% 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 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX was $7,273. The county assessed it at $342,226.

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