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$196,036$101 / 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 89How 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

540 5TH ST

HEMPSTEAD, TX 77445
0
Baths
1,936 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$196K
$175K low$217K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,440 (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.$198,850 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,850

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.52
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
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.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
54
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.7 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.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.A-Frame
CountyWALLER
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 ft²

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

E
Hempstead Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Hempstead High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Hempstead Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Hempstead Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77445These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,959
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,977
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,620
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

540 5th 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 less than 87% of homes in Waller County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Waller County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Hempstead 77445
  • Among the smallest lots in Hempstead 77445

What homes are worth in Hempstead 77445

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

This home
$80K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Hempstead 77445.

How it measures up in Hempstead 77445

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hempstead 77445.

Estimated value$196,036
CheaperTypical $252,866Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 540 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHempstead 77445Waller County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,03634% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1017% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²67% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 acalmost no homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than200358% of homes39% of homes

About 540 5th St

How much is 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX is $196,036 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $175,300 to $216,772. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX last sell?

540 5th St, Hempstead, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX?

540 5th St, Hempstead, TX has 1,936 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX built?

540 5th St, Hempstead, TX was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX?

540 5th St, Hempstead, TX is assigned to Hempstead Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Hempstead High School (high), rated D+; Hempstead Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Hempstead Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX compare to other homes in Hempstead 77445?

Among the 5,990 homes in Hempstead 77445, it is worth more than 34% of them ($196,036 against a typical $252,866), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($101 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (2003 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Waller County, it is worth more than 13% 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 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 5th St, Hempstead, TX was $1,440. The county assessed it at $198,850.

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