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$169,449

5251 Perry St Houston, TX 77021

3 beds
1 full
1,625 sqft
0.2 acres
$104 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5251 Perry St

JUST LISTED! 5251 Perry St is a fixer upper home situated in South Houston. This home features three bedrooms, and one a half bathrooms. The garage has been converted into the third bedroom. This location is fantastic and has easy access to i-610, I-45, and TX-288. It is being sold As Is but has a lot of potential. Here you will also be incredibly close to so many great amenities and destinations such as NRG Stadium, Hermann Park, and the Medical and Museum District. All of which are about 10 minutes away. WE MAKE IT EASY TO OWN. This is a great opportunity! Don't wait, call us today to get more information on the owner's easy terms and smooth process that may be able to put the deed in your name and make this your dream home.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size1,625 sqft
Lot size0.186 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingAttached, Garage
MLS #14595047
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Attached, Garage
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $169,449
  • Price/SqFt: $104
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,149
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Other
  • Directions: From Martin Luther King Blvd., go south on Perry Street.
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,625 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.186 Acres
  • MLS Number: 14595047
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: 1st Texas Realty Services
  • Office Phone: (713) 871-1600
  • Office Email: texast1st@sbcglobal.net
  • Listing Agent: Chet Polniazek

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$145,318$1,149
2023$125,000$2,075
2022$127,143$2,707
2021$116,187$2,075
2020$86,497$1,945
2018$59,560$1,575

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Hartsfield Elementary School

Public Magnet EE-5

0.4 mi

5001 Perry St

2

Kipp Peace Elementary School

Public Charter PK-4

0.6 mi

5400 Martin Luther King Blvd

2

Kelso Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.7 mi

5800 Southmund St

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 $34,810. The most common annual income of people living in Houston, TX is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

56%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5251 Perry St

The listing price of 5251 Perry St property is $169,449.

The property 5251 Perry St is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77021.

Active Listing: 5251 Perry St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5251 Perry St are: Hartsfield Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Peace Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kelso Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kipp Liberation College Preparatory (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cullen Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Yes Preparatory - Southside (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jones Futures Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Energy Institute High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,149 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5251 Perry St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 5251 Perry St is 1,625 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5251 Perry St is 1951.

This home is located at 5251 Perry St in Houston, TX and zip code 77021 in the Greater OST / South Union neighborhood. This 1,625 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $169,449.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Houston, TX there were more than 322 sold above asking price, over 1379 sold below and more than 411 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Houston, TX there were 10.4% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 37 days, the median list price was $323,293.

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

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