#20937482, Elizabeth Mello, Listing Office: Compass RE Texas, LLC
5839 Vanderbilt Ave Dallas, TX 75206
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About 5839 Vanderbilt Ave
Step inside this charming 1920s Tudor and discover a home that beautifully blends classic character with modern comfort. Generously sized rooms offer a warm and inviting feel, while the kitchen shines with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in SubZero refrigerator with custom paneled doors. All three bedrooms feature unusually large closets—an exceptional find in a home of this age. Out back, the expansive yard is one of the largest in the neighborhood, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply unwinding. The spacious covered porch adds even more room to relax, complete with space for outdoor dining and lounging. Additional highlights include abundant storage, a walk-in attic, and a 1-car garage. Located just a short stroll from Tietze Park and the shops and restaurants of Greenville Avenue, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and location in one of Dallas’s most desirable neighborhoods. Seller's are also offering a brand new roof paid for by the seller and buyer chooses the color of the shingles.
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(Active Under Contract)
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Other, Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Plumbed for Gas, Tankless Water Heater
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Slate, Stone, Wood
- Interior: Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Paneling/Wainscoting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Decorative
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Carport, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Private
- Exterior: Rain Gutters
- Architectural Style: Tudor, Detached, Historic/Antique
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
- List Price: $799,900
- Price/SqFt: $359
- Annual Tax Amount: $16,966
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Interior Lot, Lawn, Few Trees
- Directions: Use GPS
- Year Built: 1925
- Living Area: 2,226 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
- MLS Number: 20907987
- MLS Name: NTR
- Office Name: Allie Beth Allman & Assoc.
- Office Phone: (214) 354-8866
- Listing Agent: Susie Thompson
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $825,790 | $16,966 |
2023 | $780,860 | $17,919 |
2022 | $639,000 | $16,041 |
2021 | $565,920 | $12,183 |
2019 | $571,850 | $15,632 |
2018 | $571,850 | $16,270 |
2017 | $453,740 | $12,338 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Geneva Heights Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.1 mi
•2911 Delmar Ave
9
Mockingbird Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•5828 E Mockingbird Ln
8
Solar Preparatory School for Girls at Bonham
Public District PK-6
1.0 mi
•2617 N Henderson 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 $85,142. The majority of Dallas, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 5839 Vanderbilt Ave
The listing price of 5839 Vanderbilt Ave property is $799,900.
The property 5839 Vanderbilt Ave is a house located in Dallas, Texas, 75206.
Accepting Backup Offers: 5839 Vanderbilt Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 5839 Vanderbilt Ave are: Geneva Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mockingbird Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Solar Preparatory School for Girls at Bonham (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), J.L. Long Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Uplift Peak Preparatory Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alex W. Spence Talented/Gifted Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Innovation Design Entrepreneurship Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Woodrow Wilson High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Uplift Peak Preparatory High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $16,966 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5839 Vanderbilt Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5839 Vanderbilt Ave is 2,226 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5839 Vanderbilt Ave is 1925.
This home is located at 5839 Vanderbilt Ave in Dallas, TX and zip code 75206 in the Old East Dallas neighborhood. This 2,226 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,900.
The number of homes for sale in Dallas, TX increased by 17.6% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $467,706 and the average listing age was 68 days.