520 E 5th St, Houston, TX 77007
Living/dining rooms
Newly added full bath (garage apartment) - see 3D tour for main room and storage view
OFF MARKET

$473,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 23, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,300 sqft

520 E 5th St, Houston, TX 77007

Greater Heights

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,300 sqft
$364/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 520 E 5th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

What's unique:Historic bungalowClassic charmStained glassOriginal hardwood floorDoor fixtures
2 bedroom, 2.5 bath (1 bedroom, 1.5 bath & office in main house; 1 bedroom, 1 bath and large storage closet/mudroom in garage apartment).

New roof, new deep attic insulation, new complete HVAC, new paint inside and out!

Historic bungalow in the heart of the Heights, one block off of the Bayou Bike Trail and White Oak Blvd., where you can find many new up and coming establishments as well as old favorites (Coltivare, Onion Creek, Benny Thunders). 100+ year old house has classic charm and good bones (original hard wood floor, stained glass, and door fixtures), with a large wrap around front porch with swing, and side deck for grilling and hammocking. Small lot means low yard maintenance, and high ceilings provide an expansive air within. Roof replaced and new 3 ton HVAC heating and cooling system installed Dec. 2025. New extra deep attic insulation added Jan. 2025.

Conveniently located near the 10/45 freeways, and a few blocks from the Historic Heights Boulevard walking trail, which ambles below shady oaks and sycamores for 20 blocks.

Safe, slow neighborhood with plenty of lively opportunity nearby.

No smoking on property. Renter responsible for all utilities. Parking space for three vehicles. Quiet neighborhood; late and loud activities discouraged. Functional washer/dryer provided; repairs/replacement responsibility of tenant (negotiable). More negotiations to be discussed at lease signing. All other legal Texas renter terms apply. 12 month lease to start, one month deposit required. Regular upkeep like lightbulbs etc are the responsibility of the renter; major fixes covered by management.

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520 E 5th St, Houston, TX 77007 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,300 sqft single-family home in Greater Heights. It was last sold on Nov 17, 2010. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $3,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 14, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $473,600, with a rent estimate of $2,555/month.

Home Details for 520 E 5th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Media

Comparable Sales for 520 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
254 E 5th St, Houston, TX
0.19
Single-Family Home
-
04/02/26
2
3
1,514 sqft
548 Granberry Street, Houston, TX
0.20
Single-Family Home
-
06/18/26
2
2
1,092 sqft
516 Arlington St, Houston, TX
0.11
Single-Family Home
-
03/31/26
3
3
2,805 sqft
316 E 5th Street, Houston, TX
0.13
Single-Family Home
-
06/11/26
3
2.5
2,451 sqft
542 Oxford St, Houston, TX
0.10
Single-Family Home
-
05/04/26
3
4
2,308 sqft
504 Oxford St, Houston, TX
0.05
Single-Family Home
-
04/08/26
3
3.5
3,189 sqft
344 Harvard Street, Houston, TX
0.26
Single-Family Home
-
04/30/26
4
2.5
2,434 sqft
911 Woodland St, Houston, TX
0.74
Single-Family Home
-
03/19/26
2
2
1,232 sqft
818 Woodland St, Houston, TX
0.77
Single-Family Home
-
03/25/26
2
2
1,392 sqft
815 Arlington St, Houston, TX
0.45
Single-Family Home
-
04/02/26
3
1
1,176 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

Greater Heights
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What Locals Say about Greater Heights

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  • 81% say there are sidewalks
  • 70% say there's holiday spirit
  • 57% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Michael M.
    "I grew up in the East End. It's an exciting area close to downtown, UH, and more, but affordable and closer to Galveston. "
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  • Jeccaml
    "Access to restaurants and shops within walking distance. Very walkable and close supermarkets near by"
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  • Gemma knight
    "I just moved here and getting used to Houston area looking for a cheap and nice apartment that’s close to everything and affordable "
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  • Billkilsdonk
    "There are lots and lots of dogs in our neighborhood. Dog walkers are out around the neighborhood most of the day, but it really picks up in the late afternoon and early evening. Most yards here are small, so daily walks are important."
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  • Jeccaml
    "There are lots of people walking their dogs and plenty of dog friendly restaurants and bar patios and parks"
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  • Karina Radulescu
    "Great place to live. I love it and love how walkable it is. People are nice and great places to eat and drink"
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    "I just moved. but it's really friendly and I believe there are events.... beautiful peaceful and amazing location. "
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    "Lots of bars and clubs nearby, walkable and feels safe considering how busy it is. I’ve lived here for 3 years and it’s my favorite part of town"
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a bus to downtown that gets there pretty fast, but it only comes once an hour. The bike path connects you to a lot of places safely and easily. Still would be hard to live here without a car."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have no commute. I WFH. In the mornings there is some traffic, but otherwise ok, even in the evenings. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Being a central part of Houston the Heights has good proximity to many employers. In addition, access to major traffic arteries makes this a good place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "This community is safe and people can walk their dogs in the neighborhood. A lot of bars are popping up making it a lively community."
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    "Everything is good in this area you can have dogs and whatever pet on the leash i walk my dog every morning "
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to 610, 290, 45 and everything is close by so very convenient. My family enjoyed this area and in the loop"
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    "Close to everything. Supermarket downtown and galleria, medical center, etc. Quite and the lot size is big compared to surrounding areas"
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    "Great for families, dog friendly, very safe. A good amount of bars and restaurants in walking distance, but they’re not open super late, so they won’t wake you up at all hours of the night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It feels like a community in the city. The area has a family vibe, even though it’s so close to the Galleria, downtown, etc. "
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    "They can walk their dogs anytime of the day and people here are all dog friendly. You will see a lot of people walking their dogs in the morning and even at night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Such a cool vibe in his nieghbourhood, beautiful! I especially love the old houses with front porches, bonus for the porch swing!"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s safe and in a good school district, many competitive schools and great programs near that are great for stimulating growth. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great places to eat within walking distance. The eclectic mix of homes and businesses makes for a really great neighborhood feel. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve only lived here during COVID times so there haven’t been any community events. Everyone is taking social distancing very seriously and I love that. "
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  • Lisa G.
    "easy access to most freeways close to downtown and airports, sporting events, festivals. great neighborhoods, stores and restaurants"
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  • Halleyheckman17
    "Lots of people walking their dogs all the time, have a couple nice trails. Only thing that would make it better would be a dog park."
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  • Hollie B.
    "Lights in the Heights is our favorite neighborhood event by far for the cheer and music and great mix of bands. "
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  • Zeina H.
    "Gatherings at parks with food trucks. Lights in the Heights and White Linen Nights are super fun in the area too. Lots of local vendors. "
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  • Bernice A.
    "dogs are welcomed in the area. lots of home owners have dogs here. not all pet owners pick up after their pets and thats a problem. "
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  • Kevin K.
    "Dog friendly neighborhood, many areas to walk and also many point were bags are provided, you will see many dog owners walk their Pets, there are many grooming places, day care, boarding and some of the best vet clinics in houston"
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  • Esmeralda S.
    "There’s a Farmer’s/Craft Market every Saturday that enjoy so much. Also, the area is notorious for awesome places to eat and drink. "
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  • Rebecca B. T.
    "For White Linen Night, we stay on our home street and dress up and go visit each other. We stay away from the crowds, share wine and stories. It’s a great neighborhood. We all watch out for each other. "
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  • Rebecca B. T.
    "Neighbors watch out for each other. Everyone has planted beautiful flowers in their gardens. Can walk anywhere, dinner, ice cream, shopping. Love it here n"
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  • Hurtadol87
    "The lights in the heights tends to be a very great and awesome event during the fall. Great light shows and live music. "
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  • Tommy H.
    "It's a very picturesque area with many historical homes that have been fully restored... great atmosphere for the family, and plenty of a activities for the children."
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  • Caroline.robinson90
    "Beautiful spaces for walks! Coffee shops and lots of families. Some of the best quiet spots to enjoy Houston! "
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  • Kalyn K.
    "Lights in the heights and white linen night are awesome community events. Very fun and lots of activities for young people and families. "
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  • Veronica Z.
    "I have always felts super safe around the schools and it seems like the local drivers are very aware of kids walking to and from school. Very community minded."
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  • Onatolouelynn
    "Parks, great food, new restaurants, pet friendly, wooded areas, active life style, great community events "
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  • Denise
    "Great neighborhood for walking. Lots of babies kids and dogs. People meet and know each other. And watch out for each other also. "
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  • Davesnn763
    "Very dangerous for young kids to play in the streets. Zoned middle and high schools are not good but developing."
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  • Rey Z.
    "This neighborhood is very close knitted and people will watch out for you and especially your children. The only thing to watch for is people who want to steal and vandalism. Not by your community but outsiders. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,895
Jan 12, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,895
Price decreased by 3%
Jan 4, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,985
Price decreased by 4%
Jan 1, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,100
Feb 13, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,675

Frequently asked questions about 520 E 5th St

  • What is 520 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 520 E 5th St in Houston, TX is $473,600.
  • What is the price history for 520 E 5th St?
    520 E 5th St in Houston, TX last sold in November 2010.
  • Is Houston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Houston is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Houston?
    The median sale price in Houston is $632K. That is down $66.7K from the prior month.
  • Does 520 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 520 E 5th St in Houston, TX has air conditioning.
  • Does 520 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 520 E 5th St in Houston, TX has in-unit laundry.

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