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$158,013$122 / 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 94How 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

5501 AMHERST ST

LUBBOCK, TX 79416
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,296 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$158K
$149K low$167K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,331 (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.$143,839 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,889
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,839
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$143,839

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
75
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
23
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLubbock
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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

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

M
Mackenzie Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Centennial Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Coronado High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Lubbock Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 79416These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.35,680
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,174 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,076
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,231
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

5501 Amherst 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 Lubbock 79416
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Lubbock 79416
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in North By Northwest
  • Older than 91% of homes in North By Northwest

What homes are worth in Lubbock 79416

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

This home
$122K$643K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Lubbock 79416.

How it measures up in Lubbock 79416

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lubbock 79416.

Estimated value$158,013
CheaperTypical $210,349Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 5501 Amherst St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth By NorthwestLubbock 79416Lubbock County
Estimated valuepricier than$158,01320% of homes13% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12242% of homes36% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²18% of homes17% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac74% of homes62% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than19749% of homes24% of homes38% of homes

About 5501 Amherst St

How much is 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX is $158,013 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $149,138 to $166,888. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX last sell?

5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX last sold on Mar 13, 1995, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX?

5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX built?

5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX was built in 1974, making it 52 years old.

What schools serve 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX?

5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX is assigned to Mackenzie Middle School (middle), rated F; Centennial Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Coronado High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Lubbock Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX compare to other homes in Lubbock 79416?

Among the 12,155 homes in Lubbock 79416, it is worth more than 13% of them ($158,013 against a typical $210,349), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($122 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1974 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Lubbock County, it is worth more than 27% 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 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Amherst St, Lubbock, TX was $1,331. The county assessed it at $143,839.

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