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$3,296,803$773 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,139,000 on Sep 2, 2004

5531 WATEKA DR

DALLAS, TX 75209
4
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
4,267 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.
0.4 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.3M
$2.8M low$3.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,139,000 · Sep 2, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$34,980 (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.$2,333,870 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,985,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$348,850
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,304,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,333,870

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
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.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.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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
K.B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and GiftedA-
Elementary · Grades EE–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Dallas Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75209These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.15,451
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,368 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,868
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$187,671
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

5531 Wateka 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Dallas County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Dallas County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Dallas County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Dallas 75209

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

This home
$132K$6.1M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Dallas 75209.

How it measures up in Dallas 75209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75209.

Estimated value$3,296,803
CheaperTypical $1,189,806Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$773
CheaperTypical $471Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area4,267 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,466 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 5531 Wateka Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreenway ParksDallas 75209Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,296,80354% of homes91% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$77359% of homes87% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,267 ft²47% of homes80% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac81% of homes77% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195058% of homes44% of homes12% of homes

About 5531 Wateka Dr

How much is 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX is $3,296,803 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,751,180 to $3,842,426. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX last sell?

5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX last sold on Sep 2, 2004 for $1,139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,267 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX built?

5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX is assigned to K.B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and Gifted (elementary), rated A-; Thomas Jefferson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Dallas Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75209?

Among the 5,800 homes in Dallas 75209, it is worth more than 91% of them ($3,296,803 against a typical $1,189,806), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($773 against a typical $471), it is bigger than 80% of them (4,267 ft² against a typical 2,466 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1950 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than almost all 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 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5531 Wateka Dr, Dallas, TX was $34,980. The county assessed it at $2,333,870.

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