$10,000

closing credit¹

4740 Merwin St Houston, TX 77027

$848,000
4 beds
4 full
2,376 sqft
$357 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 4740 Merwin St

Prime location! This duplex, comprising units 4738 and 4740, is ideally situated near the Galleria, HWY 59, and Loop 610, with many new construction homes nearby. The property is zoned for commercial use (per seller) and offers great potential for development. Each unit features 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, tile flooring throughout (no carpet), abundant natural light, and an open, bright layout with ample storage space. A refrigerator and private washer/dryer are included. There is 1 assigned carport parking spot with additional on-street, unassigned parking available. Units 4734 & 4736 are also for sale by this same owner, and the combined lot size of the two duplexes (#4734 & #4736 and #4738 & #4740) is 13,380 sqft, offering many possibilities for future use or expansion.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,376 sqft
Year built1958
ParkingCarport
MLS #86068673

Summary

  • MLS Number: 86068673
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: REALM Real Estate Professionals - Galleria
  • Office Phone: (281) 920-1000
  • Office Email: realmagents@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Debby Lin

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4740 Merwin St

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$525,000$10,577
2023$525,000$11,157
2022$525,000$11,559
2021$465,000$11,157
2020$520,000$12,592
2018$405,120$10,251

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

The School at St. George Place

Public District EE-5

1.0 mi

5430 Hidalgo St

7

Cunningham Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.1 mi

5100 Gulfton St

8

Kolter Elementary School

Public Magnet EE-5

1.3 mi

6300 Avenue B

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $90,034. The majority of Houston, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 4740 Merwin St in Houston, TX and zip code 77027 in the Central Houston neighborhood. This 2,376 square foot home was built in 1958. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $848,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Houston, TX there were more than 183 sold above asking price, over 894 sold below and more than 277 were sold right at the asked price. Between December and January 2025, Houston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 20%. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 51 days, the median list price was $320,805.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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