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$435,480$177 / 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 90How 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 $357,504 on Jul 2, 2026

5317 ELM ST

HOUSTON, TX 77081
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,460 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.
2,912 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$435K
$394K low$477K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$357,504 · Jul 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,819 (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.$414,986 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$134,816
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$280,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$379,923
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$414,986

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.47
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 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
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Buildable
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 168 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
Cunningham Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Bellaire High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Long Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77081These 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.143
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 100.23

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.33%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16,352 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,913
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,663
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

5317 Elm 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 79% of homes in Harris County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Gulfton
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Harris County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Houston 77081

What homes are worth in Houston 77081

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

This home
$50K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Houston 77081.

How it measures up in Houston 77081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77081.

Estimated value$435,480
CheaperTypical $265,735Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area2,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size2,912 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5317 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGulftonHouston 77081Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,48072% of homes66% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17770% of homes61% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than2,460 ft²74% of homes73% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,912 ft²9% of homes9% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than200485% of homes86% of homes70% of homes

About 5317 Elm St

How much is 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX is $435,480 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $393,855 to $477,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX last sell?

5317 Elm St, Houston, TX last sold on Jul 2, 2026 for $357,504, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX?

5317 Elm St, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,460 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX built?

5317 Elm St, Houston, TX was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX?

5317 Elm St, Houston, TX is assigned to Cunningham Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Bellaire High School (high), rated B; Long Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77081?

Among the 1,913 homes in Houston 77081, it is worth more than 66% of them ($435,480 against a typical $265,735), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($177 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,460 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,912 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2004 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 79% 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 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5317 Elm St, Houston, TX was $8,819. The county assessed it at $414,986.

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