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$239,500$157 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5538 W RIDGECREEK DR

HOUSTON, TX 77053
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,528 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$240K
$220K low$259K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,806 (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.$189,703 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$162,403
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$189,703
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,703

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.6 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFort Bend
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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 · 100 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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

E
Ridgegate Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
McAuliffe Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Willowridge High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Fort Bend Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77053These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.36,203
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,677 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,205
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,302
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5538 W Ridgecreek 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 90% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Fort Bend Houston
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Fort Bend County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Houston 77053
  • Older than 90% of homes in Fort Bend County

What homes are worth in Houston 77053

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

This home
$117K$313K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Houston 77053.

How it measures up in Houston 77053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77053.

Estimated value$239,500
CheaperTypical $199,444Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,528 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,358 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Bend HoustonHouston 77053Fort Bend County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,50083% of homes84% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15790% of homes83% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,528 ft²50% of homes66% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac82% of homes87% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197848% of homes51% of homes10% of homes

About 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr

How much is 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX is $239,500 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $219,512 to $259,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX?

5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,528 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX built?

5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX?

5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Ridgegate Elementary School (elementary), rated C; McAuliffe Middle School (middle), rated D+; Willowridge High School (high), rated D. All sit in Fort Bend Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77053?

Among the 9,809 homes in Houston 77053, it is worth more than 84% of them ($239,500 against a typical $199,444), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($157 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,528 ft² against a typical 1,358 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1978 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Fort Bend County, it is worth more than 10% 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 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5538 W Ridgecreek Dr, Houston, TX was $2,806. The county assessed it at $189,703.

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