Is a car needed in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Does Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say kids play outside

Is Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX quiet?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say streets are well-lit

Does Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is there wildlife in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say there's wildlife

Is Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 35% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Preston Smith, Lubbock, TX?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say there are community events

What is 5228 97th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX is $202,900 .

What is the price history for 5228 97th St?

5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX last sold in August 1996.

Is Lubbock a buyer's or seller's market?

Lubbock is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Lubbock?

The median sale price in Lubbock is $247K. That is up $11.61K from the prior month.

How big is the lot at 5228 97th St?

The lot at 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX is about 0.15 acres (6,480 sq ft).

Does 5228 97th St have a garage?

Yes, 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$202,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,485 sqft

5228 97th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

Preston Smith

Est. Refi. Payment $1,412/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$203K

Since last month

$5K (-2.5%)

Since last year

$400 (+0.2%)

Since last sale

$124K (+168.6%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +39% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$197K
August 2026	$203K
July 2026	$203K
June 2026	$203K
May 2026	$200K
April 2026	$202K
March 2026	$203K
February 2026	$199K
January 2026	$197K
2025
December 2025	$195K
November 2025	$197K
October 2025	$193K
September 2025	$194K
August 2025	$197K
July 2025	$196K
June 2025	$195K
May 2025	$195K
April 2025	$197K
March 2025	$196K
February 2025	$195K
January 2025	$193K
2024
December 2024	$195K
November 2024	$195K
October 2024	$198K
September 2024	$200K
August 2024	$200K
July 2024	$203K
June 2024	$206K
May 2024	$207K
April 2024	$206K
March 2024	$206K
February 2024	$201K
January 2024	$201K
2023
December 2023	$202K
November 2023	$202K
October 2023	$203K
September 2023	$206K
August 2023	$201K
July 2023	$209K
June 2023	$211K
May 2023	$203K
April 2023	$202K
March 2023	$201K
February 2023	$195K
January 2023	$193K
2022
December 2022	$194K
November 2022	$196K
October 2022	$197K
September 2022	$196K
August 2022	$197K
July 2022	$200K
June 2022	$200K
May 2022	$200K
April 2022	$198K
March 2022	$202K
February 2022	$181K
January 2022	$179K
2021
December 2021	$178K
November 2021	$178K
October 2021	$175K
September 2021	$174K
August 2021	$175K
July 2021	$176K
June 2021	$176K
May 2021	$181K
April 2021	$175K
March 2021	$167K
February 2021	$165K
January 2021	$164K
2020
December 2020	$166K
November 2020	$164K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$162K
August 2020	$156K
July 2020	$155K
June 2020	$152K
May 2020	$153K
April 2020	$151K
March 2020	$150K
February 2020	$150K
January 2020	$151K
2019
December 2019	$152K
November 2019	$146K
October 2019	$147K
September 2019	$159K
August 2019	$160K
July 2019	$154K
June 2019	$152K
May 2019	$154K
April 2019	$152K
March 2019	$151K
February 2019	$152K
January 2019	$154K
2018
December 2018	$150K
November 2018	$152K
October 2018	$150K
September 2018	$151K
August 2018	$156K
July 2018	$157K
June 2018	$156K
May 2018	$158K
April 2018	$157K
March 2018	$156K
February 2018	$151K
January 2018	$150K
2017
December 2017	$157K
November 2017	$147K
October 2017	$148K
September 2017	$145K
August 2017	$145K
July 2017	$147K
June 2017	$144K
May 2017	$144K
April 2017	$143K
March 2017	$144K
February 2017	$140K
January 2017	$142K
2016
December 2016	$142K
November 2016	$144K
October 2016	$143K
September 2016	$142K

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
5230 29th St, Lubbock, TX 79407	4.27	$287,400	4	3	2,598	Off Market
3908 86th St, Lubbock, TX 79423	1.71	$293,900	3	2	2,009	Off Market
5009 70th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.67	$198,600	3	2	1,454	Off Market
1827 E 1st Pl, Lubbock, TX 79403	9.05	$107,000	3	2	1,701	Off Market
5516 84th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.87	$360,100	4	4	2,688	Off Market
520 N County Road 1300, Lubbock, TX 79416	9.00	-	3	3	6,000	Off Market
1335 49th St, Lubbock, TX 79412	5.17	$119,400	3	2	1,441	Off Market
2316 62nd St, Lubbock, TX 79412	4.00	$133,800	4	2	1,677	Off Market
2804 54th St, Lubbock, TX 79413	3.90	$155,900	3	2	1,517	Off Market
5501 77th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.26	$311,300	3	2	2,596	Off Market
4617 46th St, Lubbock, TX 79414	3.28	$133,700	3	2	1,419	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 5228 97th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1990

1,485 sqft

$137/sqft

Garage

About this House

Beautiful 3/2/2 home in Southwest Lubbock, Central heat and air, large bedrooms, all kitchen appliances, and a fenced back yard. Call Meridian Properties at 806-785-4600 or visit www.meridianpropertymgmt.com.

5228 97th St, Lubbock, TX 79424 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,485 sqft single-family home in Preston Smith, built in 1990. It last sold for $73,500 on Aug 19, 1996. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2019 with an asking price of $1,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 19, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $202,900, with a rent estimate of $1,669/month.

Home Details for 5228 97th St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1990Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6480 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 19, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,200
Jan 11, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,200
Apr 11, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,200
Nov 7, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,200
Aug 19, 1996 Source: N/A	Sold	--

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,434	$194,065

Additional Cost

Market trends in Lubbock

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$247K

$11.61KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$137

$2MoM

Available listings

1579

11MoM

Around this home

Smith Elementary School
PK-5
Public
491 Students
Lubbock Independent School District
9/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My students have attended this school for the last 4 years, and we have been expressed by the amazing teachers and overall school community! There are many opportunities for students and families to get involved and connected. My daughter received amazing supports and we have seen both of our student's scores and overall performance greatly improve. Additionally, the fine arts teachers are incredible and the kids love all that they learn! The school is safe and a very positive place for everyone.
Parent Review
1y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Preston Smith

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What Locals Say about Preston Smith

At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say parking is easy
94 % Say it's dog friendly
93 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say kids play outside
75 % Say it's quiet
75 % Say people would walk alone at night
69 % Say streets are well-lit
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
43 % Say there's wildlife
35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
27 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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2y ago
"Easy commute throughout the neighborhood until you get to the main roads and intersections. Easy to navigate around almost no traffic during the day."
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4y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 14 yrs and enjoy my neighbors and the nearby park. Great school and close to everything."
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4y ago
"You see dog owners walking there dogs all the time. Sometimes these owners smile all the live long day. "
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Erin B.
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5y ago
"Very nice, stable and quiet. Most of my family live in this neighborhood! There are about 6 or 7 houses that are our family, in about 5 block neighborhood! "
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Barbhlav
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6y ago
"Great safe neighborhood with friendly home owners that care about their neighbors! Great parks & can walk to shop & eat ! Very convenient to everything!"
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Jmartinez2135
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7y ago
"The neighborhood is great and is filled with friendly people! It also feels like a safe and is a beautiful place and me and my family love going on walks around it"
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Belinda4bob
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7y ago
"Easy access to everything by car. Drive to work downtown is about 14 minutes from my home via Marsha Sharp Freeway ."
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7y ago
"I love this neighborhood because it’s so quiet and good neighbors and it’s close to everything I need "
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A S.
11y ago
"THIS IS A NEIGBORHOOD THAT UPDATES THEIR HOME REGULARLY EXAMPLE: WE HAVE SPENT OVER $50,000 IN UPDATES JUST THIS YEAR"
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markjord007
13y ago
"We lived here for over 10 years and absolutely love the area. Very handy to everything including the medical district and Texas Tech and LCU."
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Frequently asked questions about 5228 97th St

What is 5228 97th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX is $202,900.
What is the price history for 5228 97th St?
5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX last sold in August 1996.
Is Lubbock a buyer's or seller's market?
Lubbock is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Lubbock?
The median sale price in Lubbock is $247K. That is up $11.61K from the prior month.
How big is the lot at 5228 97th St?
The lot at 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX is about 0.15 acres (6,480 sq ft).
Does 5228 97th St have a garage?
Yes, 5228 97th St in Lubbock, TX has a garage.