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$2,486,991$565 / 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
Last sold for $1,066,500 on Nov 20, 2013

5945 SHADY RIVER DR

HOUSTON, TX 77057
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,399 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$2.5M
$2.3M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,066,500 · Nov 20, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22,624 (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.$1,400,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,382,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,273,216
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,400,930

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.Traditional/Old
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 315 ft²

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
Briargrove Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Tanglewood Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Lee High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77057These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,432
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,840 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,162
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,665
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

5945 Shady River 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 Harris County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Harris County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Harris County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Houston 77057

What homes are worth in Houston 77057

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

This home
$102K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Houston 77057.

How it measures up in Houston 77057

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77057.

Estimated value$2,486,991
CheaperTypical $327,115Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$565
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area4,399 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5945 Shady River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater UptownHouston 77057Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,486,99191% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$56592% of homes94% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,399 ft²86% of homes93% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac41% of homes42% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than196111% of homes9% of homes17% of homes

About 5945 Shady River Dr

How much is 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX is $2,486,991 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,291,739 to $2,682,243. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX last sell?

5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX last sold on Nov 20, 2013 for $1,066,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX?

5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,399 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX built?

5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX?

5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX is assigned to Briargrove Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Tanglewood Middle School (middle), rated C+; Lee High School (high), rated D. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77057?

Among the 9,928 homes in Houston 77057, it is worth more than 96% of them ($2,486,991 against a typical $327,115), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($565 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,399 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1961 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Harris 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 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5945 Shady River Dr, Houston, TX was $22,624. The county assessed it at $1,400,930.

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