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$111,078$86 / 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 82How 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

5518 ELMLAWN DR

HOUSTON, TX 77033
3
Beds
1.5
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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$111K
$91K low$131K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,567 (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.$116,736 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,944
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,792
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,768
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,736

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Neighborhood
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 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.

M
Thomas Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Mading Elementary STEM AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Sterling High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77033These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.5.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,432
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,002 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,931
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,641
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

5518 Elmlawn 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 less than 98% of homes in South Park
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Harris County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in South Park
  • Older than 86% of homes in Harris County

What homes are worth in Houston 77033

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

This home
$107K$297K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Houston 77033.

How it measures up in Houston 77033

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77033.

Estimated value$111,078
CheaperTypical $180,423Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,285 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 5518 Elmlawn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth ParkHouston 77033Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$111,0782% of homes2% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$862% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²55% of homes51% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac22% of homes24% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than195677% of homes72% of homes14% of homes

About 5518 Elmlawn Dr

How much is 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX is $111,078 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $91,207 to $130,949. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX last sold on May 27, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX?

5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX built?

5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX?

5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Thomas Middle School (middle), rated F; Mading Elementary STEM Academy (elementary), rated D-; Sterling High School (high), rated F. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77033?

Among the 9,490 homes in Houston 77033, it is worth more than 2% of them ($111,078 against a typical $180,423), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($86 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,285 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1956 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 2% 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 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5518 Elmlawn Dr, Houston, TX was $2,567. The county assessed it at $116,736.

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