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About 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd
Discover 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd, a rare 2.14-acre level corner lot in the Minnetex subdivision of southeast Houston with clean topography and no on-site improvements to simplify site preparation; zoned R-1 for one-story residential use, this oversized parcel offers nearly 93,278 sq ft of buildable space with utilities available at the street (coordination through local providers required) and no HOA fees, providing blank-slate flexibility for a custom single-family estate, duplex or other owner-user project; located just three miles from William P. Hobby Airport, minutes from I-45 and Beltway 8, and within the Houston ISD attendance zones for Frost Elementary, Thomas Middle and Sterling High School, this property presents unparalleled potential in an emerging corridor with strong market momentum—all without restriction on the vision you choose to bring to life.
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Summary
- Waterfront: None
- List Price: $499,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $11,424
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Start at the intersection of State Highway 288 and Almeda Genoa Road, head east on Almeda Genoa Road toward the service road of State Highway 288, continue straight to stay on Almeda Genoa Road for about 2 miles, passing through several intersections and residential areas, until you reach 5540 Almeda Genoa Road on your left.
- Lot Size: 2.14 Acres
- MLS Number: 3440374
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Neuhaus Realty Group, LLC
- Office Phone: (512) 366-3270
- Listing Agent: Ed Neuhaus
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $564,440 | $11,424 |
| 2023 | $567,028 | $4,801 |
| 2022 | $318,744 | $7,018 |
| 2021 | $287,943 | $4,801 |
| 2020 | $200,134 | $5,215 |
| 2018 | $162,165 | $4,103 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Frost Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.7 mi
•5002 Almeda Genoa Rd
1
Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.7 mi
•5445 E Orem Dr
2
Codwell Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
1.6 mi
•5225 Tavenor Ln
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 $33,921. Most Houston, TX residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Football
Extreme Sports
Motocross
Where do the neighbors shop?
Best Buy
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Little Caesars
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Christian
Country
New Country
Frequently asked questions
About 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd
The listing price of 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd property is $499,000.
The property 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd is land located in Houston, Texas, 77048.
Active Listing: 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd are: Frost Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Iltexas Houston Orem Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Codwell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Iltexas Houston Orem Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thomas Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Spirit College Preparatory (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sterling High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kipp Sunnyside High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mount Carmel Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,424 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd is 2.14 acres.
This home is located at 5540 Almeda Genoa Rd in Houston, TX and zip code 77048 in the Southeast Houston neighborhood. Features: 0 bedroom, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,000.
In April 2025 more than 329 listings in Houston, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 484 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 1260 were sold below. In April 2025 in Houston, TX there were 24% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 42 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $320,199.