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 8212 Chicago Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is $216,900 .

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 8212 Chicago Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 8212 Chicago Ave?

The lot at 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is about 0.14 acres (6,294 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$216,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,683 sqft

8212 Chicago Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424

Preston Smith

Est. Refi. Payment $1,514/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$217K

Since last month

$1K (+0.6%)

Since last year

$6K (+2.8%)

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 +32% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$218K
August 2026	$217K
July 2026	$219K
June 2026	$222K
May 2026	$220K
April 2026	$217K
March 2026	$215K
February 2026	$213K
January 2026	$213K
2025
December 2025	$209K
November 2025	$212K
October 2025	$215K
September 2025	$212K
August 2025	$212K
July 2025	$217K
June 2025	$223K
May 2025	$220K
April 2025	$220K
March 2025	$218K
February 2025	$215K
January 2025	$211K
2024
December 2024	$218K
November 2024	$218K
October 2024	$220K
September 2024	$223K
August 2024	$224K
July 2024	$226K
June 2024	$230K
May 2024	$229K
April 2024	$229K
March 2024	$229K
February 2024	$223K
January 2024	$221K
2023
December 2023	$221K
November 2023	$223K
October 2023	$220K
September 2023	$225K
August 2023	$223K
July 2023	$229K
June 2023	$231K
May 2023	$227K
April 2023	$225K
March 2023	$224K
February 2023	$218K
January 2023	$215K
2022
December 2022	$216K
November 2022	$219K
October 2022	$223K
September 2022	$223K
August 2022	$224K
July 2022	$226K
June 2022	$225K
May 2022	$224K
April 2022	$223K
March 2022	$225K
February 2022	$200K
January 2022	$199K
2021
December 2021	$198K
November 2021	$198K
October 2021	$199K
September 2021	$197K
August 2021	$198K
July 2021	$200K
June 2021	$200K
May 2021	$200K
April 2021	$195K
March 2021	$178K
February 2021	$173K
January 2021	$173K
2020
December 2020	$174K
November 2020	$172K
October 2020	$173K
September 2020	$171K
August 2020	$172K
July 2020	$171K
June 2020	$171K
May 2020	$175K
April 2020	$177K
March 2020	$172K
February 2020	$166K
January 2020	$163K
2019
December 2019	$159K
November 2019	$163K
October 2019	$156K
September 2019	$167K
August 2019	$178K
July 2019	$178K
June 2019	$170K
May 2019	$170K
April 2019	$171K
March 2019	$168K
February 2019	$167K
January 2019	$171K
2018
December 2018	$170K
November 2018	$170K
October 2018	$170K
September 2018	$170K
August 2018	$174K
July 2018	$176K
June 2018	$181K
May 2018	$184K
April 2018	$188K
March 2018	$190K
February 2018	$184K
January 2018	$181K
2017
December 2017	$186K
November 2017	$183K
October 2017	$183K
September 2017	$183K
August 2017	$182K
July 2017	$179K
June 2017	$174K
May 2017	$178K
April 2017	$175K
March 2017	$172K
February 2017	$170K
January 2017	$165K
2016
December 2016	$174K
November 2016	$173K
October 2016	$175K
September 2016	$165K

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
4712 45th St, Lubbock, TX 79414	2.65	$194,600	3	2	1,867	Off Market
5417 78th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.31	$249,800	4	3	2,049	Off Market
2106 66th St, Lubbock, TX 79412	4.11	$195,700	4	2	2,105	Off Market
602 N Ash Ave, Lubbock, TX 79403	8.32	-	-	-	1,200	Off Market
5726 90th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	0.63	$209,300	3	2	1,574	Off Market
4514 77th St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.25	$248,900	3	2	1,878	Off Market
9407 Nashville Ave, Lubbock, TX 79423	2.01	-	4	4.5	4,678	Recently Sold
4513 14th St, Lubbock, TX 79416	4.66	$292,100	4	3	2,703	Off Market
4823 73rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424	1.04	$202,100	3	2	1,620	Off Market
1313 48th St, Lubbock, TX 79412	5.15	$119,300	3	2	1,424	Off Market
1719 E 1st Pl, Lubbock, TX 79403	8.58	$72,900	3	2	1,307	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 8212 Chicago Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1987

1,683 sqft

$129/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 8212 Chicago Ave, Lubbock, TX. 8212 Chicago Ave is in the Preston Smith neighborhood in Lubbock, TX and in ZIP code 79424. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,683 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6294 sqft and was built in 1987.

8212 Chicago Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,683 sqft single-family home in Preston Smith, built in 1987. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $216,900, with a rent estimate of $1,595/month.

Home Details for 8212 Chicago Ave

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1987Year Updated: 1987
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: 6294 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,181	$191,862

Home facts updated by county records

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 8212 Chicago Ave

What is 8212 Chicago Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is $216,900.
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 8212 Chicago Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 8212 Chicago Ave?
The lot at 8212 Chicago Ave in Lubbock, TX is about 0.14 acres (6,294 sq ft).