Looking for the great place where opportunity meets potential in Melonie Gardens neighborhood? Look no further! This 1977 built home, with only two owners, encompasses more than 2,800 square feet and includes 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Several standout original features include vaulted ceiling in living room, built in bookcases, chevron-pattern parquet flooring in the front living and dining areas, generous rooms and closets. Outside, the backyard holds a substantial storage building with plenty of space for tools, hobbies, or future projects. The versatile floor plan includes isolated bedroom areas, including two bedrooms each with ensuite baths, as well as generous living spaces, and plenty of storage. A standout feature is the chevron-pattern wood parquet flooring in the living and dining areas, adding architectural interest and vintage character. Outside, the spacious backyard offers room to enjoy the property along with a substantial storage building for tools, equipment, hobbies, or projects. With its size, layout, established location, and classic 1970s original character, this property presents an exciting opportunity for renovation and personalization. Update it all at once or make improvements over time--the home offers plenty of potential to blend its original character with today's finishes and functionality. Whether evaluating it as a value-add investment or envisioning a renovation of your own, bring your ideas and discover the potential waiting in this classic gem.
For sale
$265,000
3009 78th St, Lubbock, TX 79423
4beds
2,808sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1977
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$255,500 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious backyardGenerous living spacesBuilt in bookcasesPlenty of storageGenerous rooms and closets
- 24 days
- 1,103
- 103
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sheila Jordan TREC #0757519 512-294-4094,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: LBMLS,MLS#: 202612441
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Bookcases
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Parquet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,808
- Total interior livable area: 2,808 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,808
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: R129971
- Special conditions: Trust
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- See Remarks
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lubbock
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $94/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $322,448
- Annual tax amount: $1,275
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 46 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$255,500
$243,000 - $268,000
$2,213/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000$94/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,275 +0.4% | $322,448 +1.8% |
| 2024 | $1,270 +1.2% | $316,890 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $1,256 -38.9% | $290,441 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,055 +1.2% | $264,037 +10% |
| 2021 | $2,030 +1.1% | $240,034 +10% |
| 2020 | $2,007 -0.3% | $218,213 |
| 2019 | $2,013 +0.5% | $218,213 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $2,003 | $214,992 +7.2% |
| 2017 | $2,003 -5.8% | $200,494 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $2,125 | $197,272 +8.6% |
| 2015 | $2,125 | $181,639 -3.3% |
| 2014 | $2,125 | $187,877 |
| 2013 | -- | $187,877 |
| 2012 | -- | $187,877 |
| 2011 | -- | $187,877 +3.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $181,639 +1.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $179,394 +1.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $176,648 -0.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $176,798 +5.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $167,372 +3.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $162,360 +7.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $150,980 -0.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $151,660 +8.5% |
| 2002 | $2,353 +3% | $139,816 +5.3% |
| 2001 | $2,285 +0% | $132,721 |
| 2000 | $2,284 | $132,721 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Waters
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Waters
- Middle: Evans
- High: Monterey
Source: LBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





