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$499,744$381 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $219,100 on Jun 20, 2013

5501 EMERALD FOREST DR

AUSTIN, TX 78745
2
Baths
1,310 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.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$500K
$481K low$519K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,100 · Jun 20, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,672 (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.$386,128 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$242,354
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,774
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$378,347
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$386,128

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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyTRAVIS
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.Wood (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 62 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
Odom Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Crockett High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Bedichek Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Austin Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78745These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.62,580
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,557 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,633
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,954
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5501 Emerald Forest Dr 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 74% of homes in Austin 78745
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Austin 78745
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Travis County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Austin 78745
  • Older than 83% of homes in Travis County

What homes are worth in Austin 78745

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

This home
$204K$946K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Austin 78745.

How it measures up in Austin 78745

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Austin 78745.

Estimated value$499,744
CheaperTypical $429,790Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,449 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 5501 Emerald Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth ManchacaAustin 78745Travis County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,74468% of homes74% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38168% of homes88% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,310 ft²47% of homes37% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac83% of homes85% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than197269% of homes32% of homes17% of homes

About 5501 Emerald Forest Dr

How much is 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX is $499,744 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $480,518 to $518,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX last sell?

5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX last sold on Jun 20, 2013 for $219,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX?

5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,310 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX built?

5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX?

5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX is assigned to Odom Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Crockett High School (high), rated D; Bedichek Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Austin Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX compare to other homes in Austin 78745?

Among the 18,706 homes in Austin 78745, it is worth more than 74% of them ($499,744 against a typical $429,790), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($381 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,310 ft² against a typical 1,449 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1972 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Travis County, it is worth more than 53% 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 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin, TX was $5,672. The county assessed it at $386,128.

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