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$5,771 Closing Credit¹
#6409830, Kai Wang, Listing office: Lawson Tx Realty
$499,500 List price
5535 Valkeith Dr Houston, TX 77096
$5,932
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,228 sqft
0.2 acres
$224 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5535 Valkeith Dr
Welcome to your new home. Step inside to discover a charming library complete w/ built-in shelving & wine racks—ideal for your favorite books, photos, & collectibles. Primary suite has walk-in closets, double sink vanity, & spa-like frameless shower w/ built-in bench & dual showerheads. The interior has abundant lighting, ceiling fans & tile floors. From the cozy window seat in the living room, enjoy the view of the serene backyard w/ a newly installed concrete patio & cedar fence-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This well maintained traditional 4-bedroom home ensures quality & peace of mind w/ an updated exterior, garage has new durable Hardie board, double-paned energy efficient windows, upgraded electrical panel, insulated attic, & PVC pipes. In the desirable Marilyn Estates, a few blocks from JCC & minutes from the Galleria, Medical Center, & Downtown. Washer & dryer, patio furniture, 2 TVS in bedrooms & 2 SS refrigerators included. Verify room sizes. Motivated seller
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,228 sqft
Lot size0.2066 Acres
Year built1963
ParkingDetached, Garage
MLS #78361316
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $499,500
- Price/SqFt: $224
- HOA Amount: $385 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,073
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Subdivision
- Directions: From W Loop South near Meyerland Plaza - turn right on S Braeswood Blvd - turn left on Atwell (Jewish Community Center on the corner) - turn left on Valkeith - home is on the right
- Year Built: 1963
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,228 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2066 Acres
- MLS Number: 78361316
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
- Office Phone: (832) 674-4960
- Office Email: shelly@walzelproperties.com
- Listing Agent: Donna Owens
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $473,926 | $6,073 |
| 2023 | $448,325 | $5,932 |
| 2022 | $409,928 | $6,488 |
| 2021 | $364,000 | $5,932 |
| 2020 | $323,000 | $8,697 |
| 2018 | $339,000 | $8,578 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Parker Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
0.4 mi
•10626 Atwell Dr
5
Herod Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
0.9 mi
•5627 Jason St
7
Lovett Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
1.1 mi
•8814 S Rice Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,772. Residents of Houston, TX typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 5535 Valkeith Dr
The listing price of 5535 Valkeith Dr property is $499,500.
The property 5535 Valkeith Dr is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77096.
Active Listing: 5535 Valkeith Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5535 Valkeith Dr are: Parker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Herod Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lovett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Johnston Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Fondren Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Varnett Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Westbury High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Bellaire High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Energized for STEM Academy High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,073 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5535 Valkeith Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5535 Valkeith Dr is 2,228 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5535 Valkeith Dr is 1963.
This home is located at 5535 Valkeith Dr in Houston, TX and zip code 77096 in the Southwest neighborhood. This 2,228 square foot home, which was built in 1963, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,500.
Over 424 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Houston, TX. In the same period over 1426 listings were sold below the listed price and 508 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Houston, TX increased by 22.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 39 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $321,086.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.