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 8208 Chicago Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is $228,500 .

What is the price history for 8208 Chicago Ave?

8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX last sold in March 2009.

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 $236K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.

Does 8208 Chicago Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 8208 Chicago Ave?

The lot at 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is about 0.14 acres (6,289 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$228,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,730 sqft

8208 Chicago Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424

Preston Smith

Est. Refi. Payment $1,553/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$229K

Since last month

$1K (-0.5%)

Since last year

$4K (+1.9%)

Since last sale

$88K (+62.9%)

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 +34% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$228K
August 2026	$228K
July 2026	$229K
June 2026	$233K
May 2026	$231K
April 2026	$229K
March 2026	$228K
February 2026	$225K
January 2026	$224K
2025
December 2025	$222K
November 2025	$224K
October 2025	$225K
September 2025	$224K
August 2025	$224K
July 2025	$227K
June 2025	$228K
May 2025	$227K
April 2025	$227K
March 2025	$227K
February 2025	$226K
January 2025	$222K
2024
December 2024	$226K
November 2024	$228K
October 2024	$229K
September 2024	$232K
August 2024	$236K
July 2024	$237K
June 2024	$241K
May 2024	$238K
April 2024	$237K
March 2024	$237K
February 2024	$232K
January 2024	$231K
2023
December 2023	$231K
November 2023	$232K
October 2023	$231K
September 2023	$232K
August 2023	$230K
July 2023	$234K
June 2023	$236K
May 2023	$232K
April 2023	$231K
March 2023	$229K
February 2023	$226K
January 2023	$225K
2022
December 2022	$225K
November 2022	$228K
October 2022	$230K
September 2022	$231K
August 2022	$233K
July 2022	$234K
June 2022	$234K
May 2022	$232K
April 2022	$231K
March 2022	$232K
February 2022	$221K
January 2022	$217K
2021
December 2021	$215K
November 2021	$215K
October 2021	$212K
September 2021	$211K
August 2021	$211K
July 2021	$211K
June 2021	$211K
May 2021	$213K
April 2021	$202K
March 2021	$182K
February 2021	$179K
January 2021	$177K
2020
December 2020	$179K
November 2020	$180K
October 2020	$179K
September 2020	$173K
August 2020	$175K
July 2020	$176K
June 2020	$176K
May 2020	$177K
April 2020	$178K
March 2020	$175K
February 2020	$171K
January 2020	$169K
2019
December 2019	$170K
November 2019	$169K
October 2019	$168K
September 2019	$168K
August 2019	$176K
July 2019	$177K
June 2019	$173K
May 2019	$168K
April 2019	$169K
March 2019	$167K
February 2019	$170K
January 2019	$174K
2018
December 2018	$170K
November 2018	$168K
October 2018	$174K
September 2018	$171K
August 2018	$175K
July 2018	$180K
June 2018	$180K
May 2018	$183K
April 2018	$188K
March 2018	$189K
February 2018	$182K
January 2018	$182K
2017
December 2017	$185K
November 2017	$183K
October 2017	$184K
September 2017	$188K
August 2017	$187K
July 2017	$185K
June 2017	$185K
May 2017	$194K
April 2017	$190K
March 2017	$183K
February 2017	$175K
January 2017	$178K
2016
December 2016	$181K
November 2016	$177K
October 2016	$177K
September 2016	$170K

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
1708 E 25th St, Lubbock, TX 79404	7.50	$120,800	3	2	1,286	Off Market
8240 Raleigh Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.33	$150,700	2	2	1,314	Off Market
4830 16th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	4.42	$234,700	3	2	2,286	Off Market
5723 91st St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.71	$198,000	3	2	1,497	Off Market
5411 78th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.31	$271,300	3	2	2,483	Off Market
4718 45th St, Lubbock, TX 79414	2.61	$163,400	3	2	1,542	Off Market
4516 15th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	4.61	$469,200	4	4	3,294	Off Market
9306 Nashville Ave, Lubbock, TX 79423	1.95	$619,000	4	4	3,559	For Sale

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 8208 Chicago Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1993

1,730 sqft

$132/sqft

Garage

About this House

Beautiful home in Castle Ridge with Saltillo Tile floors in kitchen, livng, and dining area. Large 3/2/2 with rearside entry garage and great closet space in all the rooms and Large Master Bedroom. Great convenient location with great landscaping. GREAT FOR A COUPLE WANTING A SMALLER YARD with nice patio area. A true treasure of a home.

8208 Chicago Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,730 sqft single-family home in Preston Smith, built in 1993. It last sold for $140,000 on Mar 13, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $228,500, with a rent estimate of $1,747/month.

Home Details for 8208 Chicago Ave

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1993Year Updated: 1993
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6289 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 13, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	--
Jan 18, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$140,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,405	$220,753

Additional Cost

Market trends in Lubbock

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$236K

$6.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.3%MoM

Price per sq ft

$135

$3MoM

Available listings

1588

49MoM

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
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Neighborhood Overview

Preston Smith

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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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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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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 8208 Chicago Ave

What is 8208 Chicago Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is $228,500.
What is the price history for 8208 Chicago Ave?
8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX last sold in March 2009.
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 $236K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.
Does 8208 Chicago Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 8208 Chicago Ave?
The lot at 8208 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is about 0.14 acres (6,289 sq ft).