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$2,230,282$537 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

5309 MANDELL ST

HOUSTON, TX 77005
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,155 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.2M
$2M low$2.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$26,244 (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.$1,980,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,670,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$309,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,980,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,980,000

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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

E
Poe Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Lanier Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Lamar High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77005These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.3.5%
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.28,389
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,522 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$196,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$281,359
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

5309 Mandell 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Harris County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Harris County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Houston 77005
  • Older than 98% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77005

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

This home
$193K$4.6M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Houston 77005.

How it measures up in Houston 77005

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77005.

Estimated value$2,230,282
CheaperTypical $1,754,484Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$537
CheaperTypical $537Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area4,155 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,362 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 5309 Mandell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity PlaceHouston 77005Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,230,28287% of homes71% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53776% of homes50% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,155 ft²79% of homes73% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac79% of homes92% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than193718% of homes10% of homes2% of homes

About 5309 Mandell St

How much is 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX is $2,230,282 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,037,388 to $2,423,176. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX last sell?

5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX?

5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,155 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX built?

5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX?

5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX is assigned to Poe Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lanier Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lamar High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77005?

Among the 8,137 homes in Houston 77005, it is worth more than 71% of them ($2,230,282 against a typical $1,754,484), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($537 against a typical $537), it is bigger than 73% of them (4,155 ft² against a typical 3,362 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1937 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than almost all 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 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5309 Mandell St, Houston, TX was $26,244. The county assessed it at $1,980,000.

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