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$278,434$161 / 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 87How 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 STARLING ST

HOUSTON, TX 77017
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,730 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$278K
$242K low$315K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,862 (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.$228,057 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,557
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,057

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.35 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.''

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.Traditional/Old
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (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 · 100 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Patterson Literature Magnet SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Chavez High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Stevenson Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77017These 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.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,051
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,804 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,311
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

5501 Starling 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 87% of homes in Meadowbrook / Allendale
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Meadowbrook / Allendale
  • Older than 91% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77017

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

This home
$56K$367K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Houston 77017.

How it measures up in Houston 77017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77017.

Estimated value$278,434
CheaperTypical $214,952Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,351 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 5501 Starling St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeadowbrook / AllendaleHouston 77017Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,43487% of homes85% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16156% of homes61% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,730 ft²77% of homes75% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac50% of homes41% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195030% of homes36% of homes9% of homes

About 5501 Starling St

How much is 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX is $278,434 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,731 to $315,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX last sell?

5501 Starling St, Houston, TX last sold on Mar 14, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX?

5501 Starling St, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,730 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX built?

5501 Starling St, Houston, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX?

5501 Starling St, Houston, TX is assigned to Patterson Literature Magnet School (elementary), rated B+; Chavez High School (high), rated C-; Stevenson 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 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77017?

Among the 7,337 homes in Houston 77017, it is worth more than 85% of them ($278,434 against a typical $214,952), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($161 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,730 ft² against a typical 1,351 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1950 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 47% 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 Starling St, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Starling St, Houston, TX was $4,862. The county assessed it at $228,057.

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