5242 Eigel St, Houston, TX 77007
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5242 Eigel St
Houston, TX 77007

Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,478 sqft

$455,000

Original price: $459,900
Est. Mortgage $3,045/mo*
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$455,000

Original price: $459,900
Est. Mortgage $3,045/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,478 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$184
Listed
180+ days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5242 Eigel St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Nestled in sought-after Cottage Grove, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home with a two car garage offers a fantastic floor plan and a generously sized backyard ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. Ideal two story floor plan with first floor living! The kitchen features updated cabinetry, updated hardware, a pantry and refreshed finishes for a clean, contemporary feel. Upgraded wood plank tile flooring in the entry, kitchen, and baths and multiple light fixtures have been updated, and ceiling fans have been added. Each bedroom closet is a walk-in leaving room for ample storage. Outside, enjoy a large patio, with outdoor lighting, artificial turf and easy landscaping with potted plants for a welcoming backyard retreat. New roof, June 2026. Partial recent interior paint adds a fresh touch. Walkable to nearby restaurants and shops, with easy access to I-10 and major freeways for a convenient commute to Downtown, Midtown, and the Galleria.

Home Details for 5242 Eigel St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Breakfast, Game Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bath, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2478 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Disposal, Electric Oven, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Full Size, DishwasherDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,InsideMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: GasHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window CoveringsFlooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: All LevelsAccessibility: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Common Area, Accessible Doors, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Kitchen AppliancesFloors: Carpet, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Patio/DeckFencing: FencedExterior: Back Green SpaceFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Additional Parking,Assigned,Auto Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Curbs
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 180+

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2002
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Cement SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: See Listing AgentParcel Number: 0101820000144

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $455,000Price Per Sqft: $184

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: HoustonCommunity: Cottage Grove Sec 01
School Information
Elementary School: Memorial Elementary School (Houston)Jr High / Middle School: Hogg Middle School (Houston)High School: Lamar High School (Houston)High School District: 27 - Houston

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 30092286

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2478 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2687.652 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Full Ownership

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 30092286
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Lauren Teare TREC #0525089, (832) 524-9370
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Source: HAR, MLS#30092286
Also Listed on HAR.

Market trends in Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$503K
$3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$219
$1MoM
Available listings
409
16MoM

Price History for 5242 Eigel St

DatePriceEventSource
07/07/2026$455,000PriceChange
HAR #30092286
05/29/2026$459,900PendingToActiveHAR #30092286
05/21/2026$459,900PendingHAR #30092286
05/06/2026$459,900PriceChange
HAR #30092286
04/09/2026$469,000PriceChange
HAR #30092286
01/28/2026$480,000Listed For SaleHAR #30092286
02/23/2017$359,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/02/2017$359,900PendingAgent Provided
01/23/2017$359,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/08/2016$369,998PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/30/2016$379,998PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/12/2016$389,998Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/06/2012$2,500ListingRemovedN/A
01/02/2012$2,500Listed For RentN/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,964
Assessment$422,375
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park

At least 217 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say kids play outside

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  • Katemhood
    "Lack of yard at many houses means many dog walkers in the neighborhood. Can be good or bad, depending on the human’s and dogs behavior."
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  • Abbey.mcdonald
    "LOVE this area! It’s dog friendly, lots of young professionals, close to med center, and some great colleges! Rice, St. Thomas & UH Downtown are all a short drive. Tons of nightlife & great restaurants!"
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  • L
    "Easy access to downtown + midtown + river oaks + montrose + public + green space. traffic congestion to and from is ever growing + a chore. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Less than 5 minutes to get to and from downtown, even during rush hour. Everything the city has to offer is close by. There is also a walking path directly to downtown only crossing 1 street. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't have children, but the streets feel safe to me. I love the restaurant and shopping choices. we have the very best HEB."
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  • Trulia User
    "Art district events, car show meetups, farmers market, food options, bike riding meetups . . "
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  • Trulia User
    "The area is super dog friendly, and close to a lot of dog parks. There are also pet waste stations installed throughout the neighborhood to help keep the landscaping clean, and encourage owners to pick up after their pets. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We lived here for a long time during the 80s-90s. They need sidewalks, but the neighbors were great and looked out for each other. Made a lot of lifelong friends there."
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  • Trulia User
    "Is very clean and safe! Everyone is nice and take care of each other! The area is keep very clean and clean up after their pups "
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  • Derrick H.
    "This neighborhood is great for finding places for your everyday needs and most locally owned business’s create an environment for feeling at home. "
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  • Hcheckmann
    "Very close to Memorial Park! Convenient to many places, great dog atmosphere and many attractions are easily walkable."
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  • Jkingcroft
    "Great lil neighborhood in the middle of the city. Beautiful historic homes and great food in the neighborhood!"
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  • Jesse C.
    "Very safe neighborhood in the center of it all. Lots of options for food, gyms, churches, and schools. Truly the best of everything is right at your doorstep."
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  • Jesse C.
    "Area west of Houston Ave has few sidewalks and little off-street parking, but the area to the East (downtown side) has lots of sidewalks, plenty of off-street parking, and is great for walking your dog. Plus the bike path on Spring St provides excellent access to White Oak Bayou trail and parks. Very dog friendly."
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  • Unspecified
    "It is very close to the highway which makes dealing with traffic easier. I work in Sugarland and going from here to there takes about 20 minutes in am traffic"
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  • Nsrk26
    "The neighbor has lots of young professionals and young families. You have available parks and walking trails or you can walk to some restaurants and bars depending when you live. Most of the neighborhood is very walkable. I see the same people each afternoon and our dogs play together. I can walk to a basketball court and baseball field that also has a plangroubd for kids"
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  • Petermac321
    "This is a comfortable place to live with shopping, nature, coffee and more Washington Avenue is a good place to be inside the loop Very close to the bayou, downtown, medical, ..... Get rid of two hour commutes and enjoy living in a safe place close to everything. No flooding!"
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  • Francofreddy71
    "Great and nearby parks walking distance to bars stores shopping centers just In all centered areas. "
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  • Petermac321
    "Love it here, safe, neighbors, Houston, no problems, quiet always, as good as it can be. Have lived here ten plus years and no issues whatsoever. I look forward to living in the neighborhood for the next decade and more "
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  • Petermac321
    "This is a great neighborhood and it’s very clean and close to the city center. It is not far from many desirable places. Always a good place to walking with your neighbors or biking around the city. "
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  • Duane F. J.
    "My commute to anywhere in the city is absolutely convenient, the roads are accessible and easily navigated."
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  • Lori
    "Whatcha out for cars on the streets. Stay on bike paths much more safe. The city is fast paced and people are moving quick. I see wrecks all the time."
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  • Rodolfo M.
    "I love my neighborhood! We can go easily to Downtown area, access to I-10 and I-45 and hundreds of restaurants and bars."
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  • Gracie
    "it's very important to supervise your children outside! it's not a very safe area and parents really have to look out for cars - theres not a lot of places for children to play"
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  • Noneyah
    "Buffalo bayou park is very accessible from where I stay. An HEB is being built 20ft across the way. Right off Washington & Heights, coming this fall "
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  • Kristen B.
    "Center of everything. Can get anywhere needed within a decent amount of time. Love it. Love it. Love it "
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  • Zuri H.
    "Discovery Green has a lot of events, bayou park is beautiful and the city views take your breath away everytime."
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  • anonymous
    "there are not a lot of sidewalks. also the streets are in really bad shape at the moment. most of the area is townhouses "
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  • Winnie N.
    "This is a great neighborhood and is in close distance to Downtown, Galleria, Energy Corridor, Medical Center...."
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  • Myles B.
    "bike trails, ease of access and walking distance to climbing gyms, Target, downtown, restaurants, memorial trail, etc. "
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  • Moiseslpz17
    "I lived year 1 year so far I love it the people are friendly and everything i need is close by or a few minute drive."
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  • Kunal A.
    "best location in Houston. it's close to everything. great neighbors and perfect size houses. a perfect neighborhood "
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  • JC
    "Annual 4th of July downtown firework viewing, picnicking on Allen Parkway hillsides, or viewing fireworks from rooftops. Annual Neighborhood night out. "
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  • Jlindsey0987
    "Get a spot right on the bayou and it's very easy and safe to walk your dog. Well lit sidewalks and lots of places to go."
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  • Brett R.
    "We love the Heights area. Been here for almost a year and plan to stay for awhile. Plenty of great places to eat and grab afternoon drinks. "
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  • Brett R.
    "Great restaurants, live music, great shops. Local vibe are great. Melting pot of an area. Great neighborhoods"
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  • Crispix C. S.
    "Close to Galleria, i10, downtown, Washington Ave, so many things are right here. Oh and the best part is it is a half mile from memorial park. "
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Frequently asked questions about 5242 Eigel St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 5242 Eigel St?
    Based on a $455,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 5242 Eigel St in Houston, TX is approximately $3,100 (about $2,361 principal & interest, $664 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 5242 Eigel St compare to homes in Houston?
    5242 Eigel St in Houston, TX is listed at $455,000, about 10% below the $503K median sale price in Houston.
  • What do residents say about the Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park neighborhood in Houston, TX as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park, Houston.
  • What are the closest schools to 5242 Eigel St?
    The closest schools to 5242 Eigel St in Houston, TX are Hogg Middle School (rated 9/10), Lamar High School (rated 6/10), Memorial Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10).
  • Does 5242 Eigel St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5242 Eigel St in Houston, TX has air conditioning.
  • Does 5242 Eigel St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5242 Eigel St in Houston, TX has laundry facilities.
Lauren Teare, Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Agent Phone: (832) 524-9370
Copyright 2026, Houston REALTORS® Information Service, Inc. The information provided is exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
5242 Eigel St, Houston, TX 77007 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,478 sqft townhouse built in 2002. 5242 Eigel St is located in Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park, Houston. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by HAR on Jan 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 30092286.