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$389,766$199 / 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 Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $209,000 on Oct 20, 2003

5 RUTGERS PL

HOUSTON, TX 77005
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,960 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.
1,947 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$390K
$359K low$421K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$209,000 · Oct 20, 2003
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$119,766
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$95,813
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.69%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$270,000
XCL MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC · recorded Oct 6, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,418 (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.$349,669 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,669
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$357,901
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$349,669

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.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyHARRIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Flood Plain
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 16 ft²

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.

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

M
Pershing Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
West University Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Lamar High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Houston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77005These 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.62
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.28,389
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,522 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$196,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$281,359
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

5 Rutgers Pl 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 least valuable homes in West University Place
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in West University Place
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in West University Place
  • Among the smallest lots in West University Place
  • Older than 70% of homes in West University Place

What homes are worth in Houston 77005

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

This home
$220K$4.6M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Houston 77005.

How it measures up in Houston 77005

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Houston 77005.

Estimated value$389,766
CheaperTypical $1,680,541Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $519Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size1,947 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 5 Rutgers Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest University PlaceHouston 77005Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,766almost no homes4% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$199almost no homes3% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²12% of homes16% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,947 ft²almost no homes2% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than198130% of homes34% of homes42% of homes

About 5 Rutgers Pl

How much is 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX is $389,766 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $358,584 to $420,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX last sell?

5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX last sold on Oct 20, 2003 for $209,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX?

5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX built?

5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX?

5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX is assigned to Pershing Middle School (middle), rated B+; West University Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Lamar High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Houston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX compare to other homes in Houston 77005?

Among the 8,137 homes in Houston 77005, it is worth more than 4% of them ($389,766 against a typical $1,680,541), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($199 against a typical $519), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 3,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,947 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1981 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 73% 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 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Rutgers Pl, Houston, TX was $6,418. The county assessed it at $349,669.

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