5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX 77096
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5259 Ariel St
Houston, TX 77096

Meyerland Area
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,064 sqft

$421,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,804/mo*
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$421,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,804/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,064 sqft

Local Information

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Description

3/2/2D Beautifully appointed Colonial on corner lot with inviting pool in the backyard. Freshly painted interior, with newly installed engineered bamboo hardwood floors and new construction baseboards. Dental crown moldings, recessed lights in featured in formal living areas. Den features a corner wood burning fireplace, which overlooks the pool, with a beamed accented ceiling and a large picture window look out to tropical backyard paradise. All windows have been replaced with low e vinyl windows. Exotic granite kitchen counters, s/s appliances, including a side-by-side Refrigerator and high end washer & dryer are included in the rental. Beautiful kitchen cabinetry and cook top encased with brick surround. Both bathrooms feature custom cabinetry. The hall bathroom has travertine walls and shower with stone accent. Shower features seamless glass. Master Bath has separate jetted tub and glass block shower. Zoned to highly rated Lovett Elem, Meyerland Middle, & Bellaire High.
5259 Ariel St, Houston, TX 77096 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,064 sqft single-family home in Meyerland Area, built in 1961. It last sold for $2,500 on Sep 24, 2018 (11% below the $2,800 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2025 with an asking price of $2,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 12, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $421,600, with a rent estimate of $4,695/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C
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HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5259 Ariel St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

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Price History for 5259 Ariel St

DatePriceEventSource
04/12/2025$2,800ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/20/2025$2,800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/20/2025$2,800ListingRemovedHAR #73934317
02/27/2025$2,800Listed For RentHAR #73934317
02/09/2025$2,800ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
02/07/2025$2,800Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/20/2020$2,100ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/21/2020$2,100Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/03/2019$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/11/2019$2,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
09/24/2018--Sold
N/A
09/12/2018$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/31/2018$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/29/2017$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/27/2017$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/07/2017$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/03/2016$2,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/19/2015$2,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/24/2015$2,700PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/18/2015$3,000Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/02/2013$2,600ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/19/2013$2,600Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/22/2011$2,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/28/2011$379,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/28/2011$2,200Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/05/2011$379,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Houston

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$310K
$8.63KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$159
$2MoM
Available listings
12890
62MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,273
Assessment$342,226
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5259 Ariel St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5247 Ariel St, Houston, TX
0.05
Single-Family Home
-
08/01/25
4
2
2,348
5251 Birdwood Rd, Houston, TX
0.06
Single-Family Home
-
01/14/26
4
2.5
2,454
5171 Jason St, Houston, TX
0.25
Single-Family Home
-
08/01/25
4
2
2,797
5471 Kuldell Dr, Houston, TX
0.45
Single-Family Home
-
10/10/25
3
2
1,638
5222 N Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX
0.29
Single-Family Home
-
05/14/26
4
3
2,900
5438 Grape St, Houston, TX
0.41
Single-Family Home
-
11/14/25
2
3
2,276
5003 Indigo St, Houston, TX
0.70
Single-Family Home
-
10/02/25
3
2
1,926
5327 Valkeith Dr, Houston, TX
0.69
Single-Family Home
-
06/25/26
3
2
1,861
5002 Braesvalley Dr, Houston, TX
0.66
Single-Family Home
-
09/09/25
3
3
2,643
8703 Manhattan Dr, Houston, TX
0.62
Single-Family Home
-
05/05/26
3
2.5
1,578

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Neighborhood Overview

Meyerland Area
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What Locals Say about Meyerland Area

At least 93 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Clarice Butler
    "I have lived here for 1.5 years and really love the area. It's a great commute to the med center and we have nice neighbors. Many are retired so it's a quiet community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "nice and direct, easy routes, freeway access. traffic moves. options available from my neighborhood."
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    "great place to raise a family; great public or private schools; safe for kids to ride their bikes and nice bike trails on the bayou at Braeswood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of construction right now but it will get better, it's for a good cause- to widen the bayou to prevent future flooding "
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  • Trulia User
    "Located very close to several major highways and just outside the loop, so quick commute to med center"
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes, you often see people walking their dogs around the neighborhood. Lots of park space available as well. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost a year and the neighborhood is very friendly and everyone seems to mind their business and it’s very multi culture and I feel very safe in this neighborhood also you don’t have to leave your neighborhood for anything you have a variety of food restaurants and stores and also dog parks so basically there’s everything you need in this area"
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    "Great neighborhood, friendly people, nice walking paths on the bayou. Nearby parks, nice H‑E‑B and convenient shopping. Schools are new and well attended with neighborhood children. Medical center is close, MD Anderson is close. Reliant Stadium is right down the road"
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  • George B.
    "Not enough bars close. The grocery stores are sketchy. It’s ok to live in meyerland until junior high. Yuh will need to move for high school . "
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  • Ted F.
    "Should like it all, have miles of trails in Braes bayou to exercise oneself and ones pet. Friendly people and pet friendly "
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  • Heather A.
    "I think it’s a very dog friendly area. The community here is full of advocates for animals, especially dogs. Join the social media groups and you will feel good knowing if your dog were to get loose by accident there’s a slew of people with heart to help. "
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  • Ted F.
    "We have lived in the area since 1982. It is safe, people are friendly, and the proximity to Reliant, medical center, galleria and downtown makes this the perfect HOUSTON neighborhood "
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  • Texbucki
    "Lived here for 12 years. Beautiful, quiet neighborhood with tree lined streets, parks, hiking and biking trails and quick access to down-town, museum district, medical center, airport and NRG.Great mix of older original owners and new young families."
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  • George B.
    "Always see people walking their dogs. 50% pick up after them .... it is a nice dog neighborhood. "
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  • Ariel H.
    "This is probably one of the safest areas in Houston. the main problem is the lack of sidewalks causing people to walk, run and baby walk on the streets "
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  • Erika V.
    "This place is Great for families, is green, close to the Meyerland Mall and schools, markets, shops and if you are a runner is a new sidewalk around here"
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  • Ted F.
    "Great neighborhood, feel safe at any time of day. Braes Bayou is a super pathway for walking or bike rides"
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  • Taashley
    "I moved here from Chicago and had an attempted robbery the first night, but it was unsuccessful (thank you Honeywell security system & local police). Rough start, but I love it here"
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  • Becdowns
    "Friendly neighborhood Neighbors look out for each other and help out during weather events. A lot of kids"
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  • Rachelbohanan
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 3 years now and my child is going to school in the area. I will be looking for long term residency for my child and me"
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