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$167,930$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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $30,900 on Aug 1, 2000

5524 AVENUE L

GALVESTON, TX 77551
1
Baths
1,044 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$168K
$135K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,900 · Aug 1, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$231 (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.$134,954 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$122,685
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,450

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.30
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
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.84 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.95%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyGALVESTON
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck · 16 ft²Patio · 16 ft²

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

M
AIM College and Career Preperatory AcademyB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Burnet STREAM Magnet SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.9 mi

District: Galveston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77551These 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.142
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,825
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,318 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,455
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,397
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

5524 Avenue L 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 91% of homes in Galveston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Galveston 77551
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Galveston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Galveston County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Galveston County

What homes are worth in Galveston 77551

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

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$86K$940K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Galveston 77551.

How it measures up in Galveston 77551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galveston 77551.

Estimated value$167,930
CheaperTypical $281,840Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,044 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 5524 Avenue L ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalveston 77551Galveston County
Estimated valuepricier than$167,93015% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16112% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,044 ft²32% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²27% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than195511% of homes5% of homes

About 5524 Avenue L

How much is 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX is $167,930 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $134,881 to $200,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX last sell?

5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX last sold on Aug 1, 2000 for $30,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX?

5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX has 1 bathrooms, 1,044 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX built?

5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX?

5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX is assigned to AIM College and Career Preperatory Academy (middle), rated B; Burnet STREAM Magnet School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Galveston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX compare to other homes in Galveston 77551?

Among the 6,985 homes in Galveston 77551, it is worth more than 15% of them ($167,930 against a typical $281,840), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($161 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,044 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1955 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Galveston County, it is worth more than 9% 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 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5524 Avenue L, Galveston, TX was $231. The county assessed it at $134,954.

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