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 5522 96th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX is $171,600 .

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.

What do residents say about the Preston Smith neighborhood?

Residents describe the Preston Smith neighborhood in Lubbock, TX as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Preston Smith, Lubbock .

Does 5522 96th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.

Does 5522 96th St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$171,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,202 sqft

5522 96th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

Preston Smith

Est. Refi. Payment $1,206/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$172K

Since last month

$100 (-0.1%)

Since last year

$300 (+0.2%)

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 +47% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$172K
August 2026	$172K
July 2026	$172K
June 2026	$174K
May 2026	$175K
April 2026	$173K
March 2026	$174K
February 2026	$172K
January 2026	$170K
2025
December 2025	$170K
November 2025	$171K
October 2025	$171K
September 2025	$172K
August 2025	$171K
July 2025	$172K
June 2025	$174K
May 2025	$172K
April 2025	$173K
March 2025	$170K
February 2025	$168K
January 2025	$167K
2024
December 2024	$168K
November 2024	$167K
October 2024	$169K
September 2024	$170K
August 2024	$175K
July 2024	$176K
June 2024	$177K
May 2024	$177K
April 2024	$175K
March 2024	$175K
February 2024	$171K
January 2024	$170K
2023
December 2023	$169K
November 2023	$172K
October 2023	$171K
September 2023	$174K
August 2023	$173K
July 2023	$175K
June 2023	$175K
May 2023	$175K
April 2023	$174K
March 2023	$173K
February 2023	$171K
January 2023	$171K
2022
December 2022	$171K
November 2022	$173K
October 2022	$173K
September 2022	$172K
August 2022	$172K
July 2022	$173K
June 2022	$172K
May 2022	$170K
April 2022	$169K
March 2022	$167K
February 2022	$156K
January 2022	$154K
2021
December 2021	$152K
November 2021	$151K
October 2021	$150K
September 2021	$149K
August 2021	$149K
July 2021	$151K
June 2021	$150K
May 2021	$149K
April 2021	$144K
March 2021	$136K
February 2021	$136K
January 2021	$137K
2020
December 2020	$131K
November 2020	$131K
October 2020	$131K
September 2020	$126K
August 2020	$125K
July 2020	$125K
June 2020	$125K
May 2020	$125K
April 2020	$125K
March 2020	$124K
February 2020	$123K
January 2020	$122K
2019
December 2019	$123K
November 2019	$120K
October 2019	$120K
September 2019	$128K
August 2019	$128K
July 2019	$128K
June 2019	$126K
May 2019	$121K
April 2019	$124K
March 2019	$120K
February 2019	$125K
January 2019	$124K
2018
December 2018	$125K
November 2018	$127K
October 2018	$128K
September 2018	$122K
August 2018	$125K
July 2018	$124K
June 2018	$126K
May 2018	$127K
April 2018	$125K
March 2018	$123K
February 2018	$116K
January 2018	$113K
2017
December 2017	$113K
November 2017	$112K
October 2017	$115K
September 2017	$117K
August 2017	$115K
July 2017	$113K
June 2017	$115K
May 2017	$117K
April 2017	$115K
March 2017	$116K
February 2017	$118K
January 2017	$117K
2016
December 2016	$118K
November 2016	$114K
October 2016	$114K
September 2016	$117K

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
1922 E 1st St, Lubbock, TX 79403	9.48	$57,200	2	1	975	Off Market
5801 7th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	5.69	$108,000	2	2	1,134	Off Market
120 N Avenue V, Lubbock, TX 79415	7.51	$75,100	3	1	1,075	Off Market
5524 79th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.08	$299,000	3	2	2,530	Off Market
5214 County Road 1260, Lubbock, TX 79407	6.26	$83,600	Studio	-	1,236	Off Market
2612 75th St, Lubbock, TX 79423	3.68	$197,300	3	2	1,810	Off Market
217 E 35th St, Lubbock, TX 79404	6.84	$64,100	3	1	960	Off Market
2705 57th St, Lubbock, TX 79413	4.15	$210,400	3	2	1,899	Off Market
5720 93rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.32	$193,300	3	2	1,301	Off Market
5526 79th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.08	$288,600	3	3	2,400	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 5522 96th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1985

1,202 sqft

$143/sqft

Garage

About this House

3 bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage in a great Southwest Lubbock neighborhood. Electricity through South Plains Electric. 895 per month 800 deposit and a 25 application fee. Owner Requires a minimum credit score of 600. please call or text if interested. 806-928-6802

5522 96th St, Lubbock, TX 79424 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,202 sqft single-family home in Preston Smith, built in 1985. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2018 with an asking price of $895 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $171,600, with a rent estimate of $1,424/month.

Home Details for 5522 96th St

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1985Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5248 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Apr 7, 2018 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$895
Mar 29, 2018 Source: N/A	Listed For Rent	$895
Feb 21, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$106,500
Feb 20, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$106,500
Mar 3, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$94,500
Feb 12, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$94,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,128	$176,782

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
8 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Preston Smith

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Buy: $180k - $350k

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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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7y 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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F m.
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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 5522 96th St

What is 5522 96th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX is $171,600.
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.
What do residents say about the Preston Smith neighborhood?
Residents describe the Preston Smith neighborhood in Lubbock, TX as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Preston Smith, Lubbock.
Does 5522 96th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.
Does 5522 96th St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 5522 96th St in Lubbock, TX has in-unit laundry.