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$704,249$220 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $475,000 on Apr 24, 2020

5581 WHISPERING RIDGE DR

GALENA, OH 43021
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,196 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$704K
$628K low$780K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$475,000 · Apr 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,951 (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.$229,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$657,100

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.42
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.7 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.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
CountyDelaware
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 220 ft²Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Walnut Creek Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Orange High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Berkshire Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Olentangy Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 43021These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.176
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,783
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.421 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$166,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,811
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

5581 Whispering Ridge 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 more than 80% of homes in Delaware County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Galena 43021
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Delaware County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Delaware County

What homes are worth in Galena 43021

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

This home
$281K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Galena 43021.

How it measures up in Galena 43021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galena 43021.

Estimated value$704,249
CheaperTypical $662,651Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area3,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,750 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalena 43021Delaware County
Estimated valuepricier than$704,24960% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22034% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than3,196 ft²69% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac39% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than200556% of homes69% of homes

About 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr

How much is 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH is $704,249 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $628,291 to $780,207. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH last sell?

5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH last sold on Apr 24, 2020 for $475,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH?

5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,196 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH built?

5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH?

5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH is assigned to Walnut Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Orange High School (high), rated A-; Berkshire Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Olentangy Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH compare to other homes in Galena 43021?

Among the 5,616 homes in Galena 43021, it is worth more than 60% of them ($704,249 against a typical $662,651), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($220 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 69% of them (3,196 ft² against a typical 2,750 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (2005 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Delaware County, it is worth more than 80% 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 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5581 Whispering Ridge Dr, Galena, OH was $12,951. The county assessed it at $229,990.

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