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$110,228$85 / 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 87How 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 $84,000 on Aug 16, 2017

5920 SELMA ST

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70126
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,290 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.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$110K
$96K low$125K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Aug 16, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,253 (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.$11,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,200

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.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.0.2 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
CountyOrleans
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/TechnologyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.4 mi
M
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and ScienceC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 8.3 mi

District: Orleans Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70126These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
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.26,226
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,469 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,705
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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

5920 Selma St 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 Orleans Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Orleans Parish County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Pines Village
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in New Orleans 70126
  • Older than 98% of homes in Pines Village

What homes are worth in New Orleans 70126

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

This home
$44K$305K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in New Orleans 70126.

How it measures up in New Orleans 70126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Orleans 70126.

Estimated value$110,228
CheaperTypical $139,478Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $86Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,290 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 5920 Selma St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePines VillageNew Orleans 70126Orleans Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$110,22858% of homes32% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8578% of homes50% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,290 ft²20% of homes22% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²24% of homes14% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than19402% of homes3% of homes41% of homes

About 5920 Selma St

How much is 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA is $110,228 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $95,912 to $124,544. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA last sell?

5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA last sold on Aug 16, 2017 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA?

5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,290 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA built?

5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA?

5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA is assigned to Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology (elementary), rated C-; Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math and Science (middle), rated C-. All sit in Orleans Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA compare to other homes in New Orleans 70126?

Among the 8,645 homes in New Orleans 70126, it is worth more than 32% of them ($110,228 against a typical $139,478), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($85 against a typical $86), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,290 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1940 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Orleans Parish 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 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5920 Selma St, New Orleans, LA was $1,253. The county assessed it at $11,420.

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