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 5608 96th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX is $265,400 .

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 5608 96th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 5608 96th St?

The lot at 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX is about 0.12 acres (5,407 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$265,400

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,864 sqft

5608 96th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

Preston Smith

Est. Refi. Payment $1,824/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$265K

Since last month

$500 (+0.2%)

Since last year

$2K (+0.9%)

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 +83% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$266K
August 2026	$265K
July 2026	$266K
June 2026	$268K
May 2026	$267K
April 2026	$266K
March 2026	$268K
February 2026	$266K
January 2026	$262K
2025
December 2025	$262K
November 2025	$262K
October 2025	$263K
September 2025	$263K
August 2025	$264K
July 2025	$267K
June 2025	$271K
May 2025	$268K
April 2025	$267K
March 2025	$265K
February 2025	$261K
January 2025	$260K
2024
December 2024	$260K
November 2024	$261K
October 2024	$260K
September 2024	$264K
August 2024	$262K
July 2024	$262K
June 2024	$265K
May 2024	$264K
April 2024	$263K
March 2024	$263K
February 2024	$259K
January 2024	$257K
2023
December 2023	$257K
November 2023	$260K
October 2023	$259K
September 2023	$263K
August 2023	$264K
July 2023	$266K
June 2023	$266K
May 2023	$226K
April 2023	$225K
March 2023	$223K
February 2023	$218K
January 2023	$216K
2022
December 2022	$217K
November 2022	$219K
October 2022	$219K
September 2022	$218K
August 2022	$221K
July 2022	$225K
June 2022	$226K
May 2022	$225K
April 2022	$223K
March 2022	$225K
February 2022	$200K
January 2022	$197K
2021
December 2021	$197K
November 2021	$196K
October 2021	$201K
September 2021	$204K
August 2021	$204K
July 2021	$206K
June 2021	$207K
May 2021	$210K
April 2021	$211K
March 2021	$199K
February 2021	$201K
January 2021	$202K
2020
December 2020	$194K
November 2020	$189K
October 2020	$185K
September 2020	$176K
August 2020	$192K
July 2020	$190K
June 2020	$187K
May 2020	$183K
April 2020	$179K
March 2020	$165K
February 2020	$165K
January 2020	$163K
2019
December 2019	$164K
November 2019	$135K
October 2019	$130K
September 2019	$140K
August 2019	$141K
July 2019	$144K
June 2019	$142K
May 2019	$143K
April 2019	$151K
March 2019	$142K
February 2019	$152K
January 2019	$152K
2018
December 2018	$149K
November 2018	$148K
October 2018	$145K
September 2018	$143K
August 2018	$147K
July 2018	$148K
June 2018	$160K
May 2018	$159K
April 2018	$163K
March 2018	$150K
February 2018	$147K
January 2018	$149K
2017
December 2017	$139K
November 2017	$138K
October 2017	$146K
September 2017	$149K
August 2017	$136K
July 2017	$141K
June 2017	$140K
May 2017	$139K
April 2017	$140K
March 2017	$138K
February 2017	$137K
January 2017	$145K
2016
December 2016	$148K
November 2016	$143K
October 2016	$143K
September 2016	$145K

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
2809 57th St, Lubbock, TX 79413	4.07	$145,500	3	2	1,385	Off Market
5902 72nd St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.54	$217,800	3	2	1,542	Off Market
2623 75th St, Lubbock, TX 79423	3.65	$202,200	3	2	1,816	Off Market
1701 E Amherst St, Lubbock, TX 79403	9.22	$78,700	3	2	1,270	Off Market
4405 7th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	5.92	$488,300	4	5	3,379	Off Market
107 N Uvalde Ave, Lubbock, TX 79415	7.51	$112,100	4	2	1,556	Off Market
5560 93rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.17	$155,500	3	2	1,370	Off Market
4828 9th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	5.69	$134,700	3	2	1,104	Off Market
1713 32nd St, Lubbock, TX 79411	6.00	$218,100	3	3	2,603	Off Market
1120 Erskine St, Lubbock, TX 79403	8.50	$157,100	3	2	2,634	Off Market
5511 79th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.04	$343,400	4	2.5	3,177	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 5608 96th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1986

1,864 sqft

$142/sqft

Garage

About this House

2-story house in south part of Lubbock with 3 bedrooms, office, 4 bathrooms (2-full and 2-half) and 2 car garage. Huge living area with tall ceilings. Ready for new tenants!

5608 96th St, Lubbock, TX 79424 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,864 sqft single-family home in Preston Smith, built in 1986. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2020 with an asking price of $1,450 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 22, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $265,400, with a rent estimate of $1,840/month.

Home Details for 5608 96th St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposal
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1986Year Updated: 1986
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5407 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 22, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,450
Apr 19, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,450

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,091	$231,197

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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Visitor
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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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 5608 96th St

What is 5608 96th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX is $265,400.
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 5608 96th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 5608 96th St?
The lot at 5608 96th St in Lubbock, TX is about 0.12 acres (5,407 sq ft).