DTX Value

5238 Alec Dr, Garland, TX 75043

4 bed / 2 bath, 2,657 sqft, built 2002, in Waterford Estates Appraised at $408,430 for 2026.

Dallas County account 26657650020210000

Appraised value
$408,430
Tax year 2026
Living area
2,657 sqft
$154 per sqft
Year built
2002
Good quality

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Assessment snapshot

These public DCAD records highlight what may be worth checking before you file.

  • Appraised value per square footThe current public record shows about $154 per square foot before any comparable-property adjustments.
  • Nearby comparison areaThis page starts the equity review with public records for the Waterford Estates neighborhood and ZIP 75043.
  • Neighborhood value signalAmong 75 residential records in the same neighborhood, the average appraised value is about $167 per square foot.

Comparable assessments

Similar public appraisal records selected for this property's equity comparison.

  • 5318 Graham Dr, Garland, TX 75043
    2,652 sqft | $159/sqft | built 2001 | Similar size (2,652 vs 2,657 sqft); Similar age (2001 vs 2002); Lot 12% smaller (7,579 vs 8,634 sqft)
    $422,560
  • 1249 Riberry Ln, Garland, TX 75043
    2,601 sqft | $154/sqft | built 2000 | Similar size (2,601 vs 2,657 sqft); Similar age (2000 vs 2002); Same story count (2)
    $400,110
  • 5217 Alec Dr, Garland, TX 75043
    2,687 sqft | $148/sqft | built 2001 | Similar size (2,687 vs 2,657 sqft); Similar age (2001 vs 2002); Same story count (2)
    $398,410
  • 1205 Garret Ct, Garland, TX 75043
    2,756 sqft | $151/sqft | built 2000 | Similar size (2,756 vs 2,657 sqft); Similar age (2000 vs 2002); Same story count (2)
    $416,060
  • 5314 Graham Dr, Garland, TX 75043
    2,530 sqft | $155/sqft | built 2001 | Similar size (2,530 vs 2,657 sqft); Similar age (2001 vs 2002); Same story count (2)
    $392,530

Recent comparable sales

Sales selected by similarity to the subject property. Texas is a non-disclosure state, so these MLS-listed sales are supplemental evidence.

  • 5221 Alec Dr, Garland, TX 75043
    July-30-2026 | 2,693 sqft | $165/sqft | built 2001 | Similar size (2,693 sqft); Similar age (2001); Sold after the valuation date
    $444,000
  • 1522 Blue Jay Rd, Garland, TX 75043
    September-11-2026 | 2,489 sqft | $175/sqft | built 2017 | 6% size difference (2,489 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (4)
    $435,000
  • 4726 Parkhaven Dr, Garland, TX 75043
    September-8-2026 | 2,808 sqft | $199/sqft | built 1996 | 6% size difference (2,808 sqft); Moderate age difference (6 years older); Sold after the valuation date
    $559,000
  • 3406 Valley View Ln, Garland, TX 75043
    June-15-2026 | 2,677 sqft | $198/sqft | built 2015 | Similar size (2,677 sqft); Sold after the valuation date; Same beds (4)
    $529,000
  • 3313 Capstone Ln, Garland, TX 75043
    May-1-2026 | 2,681 sqft | $179/sqft | built 2001 | Similar size (2,681 sqft); Similar age (2001); Sold after the valuation date
    $480,000

Public appraisal comparison for 2026. Prepared . Appraisal source: Dallas Central Appraisal District. Sales data checked in this snapshot: . Showing the last prepared sales evidence while recent sales are refreshed. Matches consider available size, age, location and property characteristics. How comparisons work.