Welcome to this fully updated, ground-floor luxury retreat at The Empire Condos in the heart of the Galleria area. This exceptional 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom flat features brand-new wood floors stretching seamlessly across the main living spaces and bedrooms. The open-concept area is accented by elegant new chandeliers and opens directly onto an expansive, private patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. The chef-inspired kitchen boasts a brand-new gas stove, matching hood, and a new refrigerator. Both bathrooms have been fully remodeled with high-end modern tile floors and premium finishes. Convenience is unmatched with 2 reserved parking spaces included in the secure, covered garage. Enjoy a true lock-and-leave lifestyle just steps from world-class shopping and dining, close proximity to commuting 610/59/Westpark complete with building amenities including a 24/7 concierge, fitness center, and resort pool. A sophisticated, move-in-ready gem!
For sale
$495,000
5005 Hidalgo St Unit 209, Houston, TX 77056
2beds
1,408sqft
Condominium
Built in 2005
-- sqft lot
$468,600 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$950/mo HOA
What's special
Brand-new gas stoveNew refrigeratorMatching hoodChef-inspired kitchenElegant new chandeliersOpen-concept area
- 15 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Case TREC #0671544 281-352-7744,
eXp Realty LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 80006712
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Assigned
Features
- Levels: 4-8 Story Building
Details
- Parcel number: 1288600000009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Empire Condos
HOA
- HOA fee: $950 monthly
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $352/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $323,400
- Annual tax amount: $7,337
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
Estimated market value
$468,600
$445,000 - $492,000
$2,790/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $495,000+19.3%$352/sqft |
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| 9/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/24/2021 | Pending sale | $415,000$295/sqft |
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| 4/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $415,000$295/sqft |
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| 4/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $415,000$295/sqft |
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| 9/14/2020 | Listing removed | $415,000$295/sqft |
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| 7/22/2020 | Price change | $415,000-1%$295/sqft |
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| 6/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $419,000-2.5%$298/sqft |
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| 3/23/2020 | Listing removed | $429,900$305/sqft |
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| 10/22/2019 | Price change | $429,900-3.4%$305/sqft |
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| 4/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $445,000-1.1%$316/sqft |
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| 7/31/2016 | Listing removed | $450,000$320/sqft |
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| 5/27/2016 | Price change | $450,000-6.1%$320/sqft |
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| 1/31/2016 | Listed for sale | $479,000+7.6%$340/sqft |
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| 6/15/2012 | Listing removed | $445,000$316/sqft |
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| 8/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $445,000$316/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,337 +30% | $323,400 -11.1% |
| 2024 | $5,645 +3.2% | $363,587 -1.3% |
| 2023 | $5,472 -10.5% | $368,190 +6.1% |
| 2022 | $6,111 | $346,924 +17.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $295,668 -18.4% |
| 2020 | $4,379 -9.1% | $362,131 |
| 2019 | $4,817 +6.2% | $362,131 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $4,536 | $332,984 |
| 2017 | $4,536 -0.1% | $332,984 |
| 2016 | $4,538 -27.3% | -- |
| 2015 | $6,245 | $476,526 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $6,245 | $436,875 +8.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $403,705 +18% |
| 2012 | -- | $342,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $342,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $342,000 -12.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $389,185 -6.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $416,213 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Greater Uptown
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: School At St George Place
- Middle: Tanglewood Middle School
- High: Wisdom High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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