738 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
Natural light flows through the dormer window in the primary bathroom. Dual sinks and a tub/shower combo.
Double-wide driveway and automatic gate lead into an oversized two car garage.
OFF MARKET

$538,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,248 sqft

738 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009

Greater Heights
Est. Refi. Payment $3,819/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$539K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$30K (-5.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$151K (+39%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +34% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$537K
September 2026$540K
August 2026$539K
July 2026$552K
June 2026$550K
May 2026$541K
April 2026$545K
March 2026$551K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
829 N Loop, Houston, TX
0.21
Single-Family Home
-
04/28/26
3
2
1,320
838 E 24th St, Houston, TX
0.30
Single-Family Home
-
01/16/26
2
2
1,364
820 E 28th St, Houston, TX
0.07
Single-Family Home
-
12/18/25
2
1
1,068
2116 Carter St, Houston, TX
0.41
Single-Family Home
-
06/18/26
3
2
1,168
2507 Cortlandt St, Houston, TX
0.45
Single-Family Home
-
02/27/26
3
2
1,377
311 E 35th St, Houston, TX
0.56
Single-Family Home
-
09/08/26
3
2
1,232
717 E 23rd St, Houston, TX
0.32
Single-Family Home
-
12/04/25
2
2
1,050
200 E 26th Street, Houston, TX
0.49
Single-Family Home
-
08/07/26
3
2
1,827
719 E 28th St, Houston, TX
0.06
Single-Family Home
-
11/18/25
3
2.5
2,575
844 E 26th St, Houston, TX
0.16
Single-Family Home
-
05/08/26
3
2.5
2,196

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
736 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.00
$653,500
3
3
2,220
Off Market
734 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.01
$690,700
3
3
2,220
Off Market
732 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.02
$686,100
3
3
2,451
Off Market
730 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.02
$705,900
3
2.5
2,450
Off Market
802 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.02
$571,400
3
2
1,930
Off Market
728 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.02
$713,000
3
2.5
2,549
Off Market
731 E 27th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$1,082,200
2
1
1,232
Off Market
726 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$765,400
3
1
1,348
Off Market
2714 Cornell St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$641,600
3
3.5
2,640
Off Market
739 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$708,400
3
3.5
2,943
Off Market
806 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$452,300
3
1
1,202
Off Market
2710 Cornell St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$664,300
3
4
3,168
Off Market
717 E 27th St #A, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$681,700
3
2.5
2,440
Off Market
717 E 27th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$695,500
3
4
2,440
Off Market
717A E 27th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.03
$706,000
3
2.5
2,398
Off Market
735 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.04
$523,900
2
2
1,272
Off Market
2706 Cornell St, Houston, TX 77009
0.04
$682,200
3
4
3,168
Off Market
720 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.04
$609,600
2
1
896
Off Market
801 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.04
$1,148,100
4
4.5
3,882
Off Market
808 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009
0.04
$483,300
2
1
768
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
1,248 sqft
$431/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Gleaming hardwood floorsBright open floor planStainless steel appliancesLow-maintenance landscapingCorner lotBreakfast countertop
Delightful Heights bungalow idyllically situated on a corner lot on a serene tree-lined street. Home is adorned with crown molding, gleaming hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Upon entering, you'll love the open floor plan where rooms flow seamlessly into the next. Kitchen is open to living area and features a generous sized breakfast bar for friends to gather as the Chef in the kitchen prepares their delightful treats. Refrigerator, washer and dryer convey with the lease. Utility room in house. Spacious backyard is fully fenced with plenty of room for Fido to play. Pets, case by case. Enjoy all of the things the Heights has to offer- great shopping, trendy restaurants and the beautiful hike and bike trail. Come see this Heights gem today! Pets, case by case

Pets, case by case,
738 E 28th St, Houston, TX 77009 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,248 sqft single-family home in Greater Heights, built in 1920. It was last sold on May 18, 2015. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 19, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $538,500, with a rent estimate of $2,154/month.

Home Details for 738 E 28th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 2012
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5998 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 19, 2025
Source: HAR #25917307
ListingRemoved
$2,850
Nov 15, 2025
Source: HAR #25917307
PriceChange
$2,850
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 27, 2025
Source: HAR #25917307
Listed For Rent
$3,000
Sep 8, 2025
Source: HAR #14609857
ListingRemoved
$574,900
Aug 6, 2025
Source: HAR #14609857
Pending
$574,900

Market trends in Greater Heights

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$632K
$66.7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$312
$24MoM
Available listings
410
29MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Greater Heights

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Built from what locals say about Greater Heights.
  • 81% say there are sidewalks
  • 70% say there's holiday spirit
  • 57% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 395 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Michael M.
    "I grew up in the East End. It's an exciting area close to downtown, UH, and more, but affordable and closer to Galveston. "
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  • Jeccaml
    "Access to restaurants and shops within walking distance. Very walkable and close supermarkets near by"
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  • Gemma knight
    "I just moved here and getting used to Houston area looking for a cheap and nice apartment that’s close to everything and affordable "
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  • Billkilsdonk
    "There are lots and lots of dogs in our neighborhood. Dog walkers are out around the neighborhood most of the day, but it really picks up in the late afternoon and early evening. Most yards here are small, so daily walks are important."
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  • Jeccaml
    "There are lots of people walking their dogs and plenty of dog friendly restaurants and bar patios and parks"
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  • Karina Radulescu
    "Great place to live. I love it and love how walkable it is. People are nice and great places to eat and drink"
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  • Trulia User
    "I just moved. but it's really friendly and I believe there are events.... beautiful peaceful and amazing location. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of bars and clubs nearby, walkable and feels safe considering how busy it is. I’ve lived here for 3 years and it’s my favorite part of town"
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a bus to downtown that gets there pretty fast, but it only comes once an hour. The bike path connects you to a lot of places safely and easily. Still would be hard to live here without a car."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have no commute. I WFH. In the mornings there is some traffic, but otherwise ok, even in the evenings. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Being a central part of Houston the Heights has good proximity to many employers. In addition, access to major traffic arteries makes this a good place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "This community is safe and people can walk their dogs in the neighborhood. A lot of bars are popping up making it a lively community."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything is good in this area you can have dogs and whatever pet on the leash i walk my dog every morning "
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to 610, 290, 45 and everything is close by so very convenient. My family enjoyed this area and in the loop"
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  • Trulia User
    "Close to everything. Supermarket downtown and galleria, medical center, etc. Quite and the lot size is big compared to surrounding areas"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great for families, dog friendly, very safe. A good amount of bars and restaurants in walking distance, but they’re not open super late, so they won’t wake you up at all hours of the night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It feels like a community in the city. The area has a family vibe, even though it’s so close to the Galleria, downtown, etc. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They can walk their dogs anytime of the day and people here are all dog friendly. You will see a lot of people walking their dogs in the morning and even at night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Such a cool vibe in his nieghbourhood, beautiful! I especially love the old houses with front porches, bonus for the porch swing!"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s safe and in a good school district, many competitive schools and great programs near that are great for stimulating growth. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great places to eat within walking distance. The eclectic mix of homes and businesses makes for a really great neighborhood feel. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve only lived here during COVID times so there haven’t been any community events. Everyone is taking social distancing very seriously and I love that. "
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  • Lisa G.
    "easy access to most freeways close to downtown and airports, sporting events, festivals. great neighborhoods, stores and restaurants"
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  • Halleyheckman17
    "Lots of people walking their dogs all the time, have a couple nice trails. Only thing that would make it better would be a dog park."
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  • Hollie B.
    "Lights in the Heights is our favorite neighborhood event by far for the cheer and music and great mix of bands. "
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  • Zeina H.
    "Gatherings at parks with food trucks. Lights in the Heights and White Linen Nights are super fun in the area too. Lots of local vendors. "
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  • Bernice A.
    "dogs are welcomed in the area. lots of home owners have dogs here. not all pet owners pick up after their pets and thats a problem. "
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  • Kevin K.
    "Dog friendly neighborhood, many areas to walk and also many point were bags are provided, you will see many dog owners walk their Pets, there are many grooming places, day care, boarding and some of the best vet clinics in houston"
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  • Esmeralda S.
    "There’s a Farmer’s/Craft Market every Saturday that enjoy so much. Also, the area is notorious for awesome places to eat and drink. "
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  • Rebecca B. T.
    "For White Linen Night, we stay on our home street and dress up and go visit each other. We stay away from the crowds, share wine and stories. It’s a great neighborhood. We all watch out for each other. "
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  • Rebecca B. T.
    "Neighbors watch out for each other. Everyone has planted beautiful flowers in their gardens. Can walk anywhere, dinner, ice cream, shopping. Love it here n"
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  • Hurtadol87
    "The lights in the heights tends to be a very great and awesome event during the fall. Great light shows and live music. "
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  • Tommy H.
    "It's a very picturesque area with many historical homes that have been fully restored... great atmosphere for the family, and plenty of a activities for the children."
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  • Caroline.robinson90
    "Beautiful spaces for walks! Coffee shops and lots of families. Some of the best quiet spots to enjoy Houston! "
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  • Kalyn K.
    "Lights in the heights and white linen night are awesome community events. Very fun and lots of activities for young people and families. "
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  • Veronica Z.
    "I have always felts super safe around the schools and it seems like the local drivers are very aware of kids walking to and from school. Very community minded."
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  • Onatolouelynn
    "Parks, great food, new restaurants, pet friendly, wooded areas, active life style, great community events "
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  • Denise
    "Great neighborhood for walking. Lots of babies kids and dogs. People meet and know each other. And watch out for each other also. "
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  • Davesnn763
    "Very dangerous for young kids to play in the streets. Zoned middle and high schools are not good but developing."
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  • Rey Z.
    "This neighborhood is very close knitted and people will watch out for you and especially your children. The only thing to watch for is people who want to steal and vandalism. Not by your community but outsiders. "
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Frequently asked questions about 738 E 28th St

  • What is 738 E 28th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 738 E 28th St in Houston, TX is $538,500.
  • What is the price history for 738 E 28th St?
    738 E 28th St in Houston, TX last sold in May 2015.
  • Is Houston a buyer's or seller's market?
    Houston is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Houston?
    The median sale price in Houston is $632K. That is down $66.7K from the prior month.
  • Does 738 E 28th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 738 E 28th St in Houston, TX has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 738 E 28th St?
    The lot at 738 E 28th St in Houston, TX is about 0.14 acres (5,998 sq ft).

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