Don't miss out on this charming two bedroom 1 bath home with easy access, by vehicle or public transportation) to the Medical Center, Downtown Houston, Hobby Airport, University of Houston Central Campus, Texas Southern University, Meyerland and Gulf Gate Shopping Centers. Updated interior with a spacious backyard, concrete patio, and no trees, this property offers comfort and accessibility. Just 4 houses from MLK Blvd and 2 blocks from 610 S. Loop E, it's a prime location with access to public transportation. Well-maintained and never flooded, per the owner.
For sale
$159,900
5218 Kelso St, Houston, TX 77021
2beds
1,044sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,547 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious backyardUpdated interior
- 26 days
- 86
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marla Lewis TREC #0493096 832-868-6091,
Entourage Real Estate
Source: HAR,MLS#: 55773138
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13x10
Den
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11x12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10x9
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9x8
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16x14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,044
- Total interior livable area: 1,044 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Master Bath Disabled Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,547 Square Feet
- Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0771020200004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Macgregor Palms Sec 04
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $107,999
- Annual tax amount: $2,419
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,401/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,900$153/sqft |
Source:  HAR #55773138 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $159,900$153/sqft |
Source: HAR #83076060 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $159,900$153/sqft |
Source: HAR #83076060 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,295 -4.9% | $107,999 -6.4% |
| 2024 | $2,413 +19.8% | $115,347 |
| 2023 | $2,015 -3.7% | $115,347 +21.4% |
| 2022 | $2,092 | $95,000 +4.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $91,291 +32.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $69,088 +14.8% |
| 2019 | $1,457 +29.6% | $60,167 +35.2% |
| 2018 | $1,124 | $44,496 |
| 2017 | $1,124 -0.1% | $44,496 |
| 2016 | $1,125 +8.9% | $44,496 |
| 2015 | $1,033 | $44,496 +10.7% |
| 2014 | $1,033 | $40,190 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,190 -11% |
| 2012 | -- | $45,177 |
| 2011 | -- | $45,177 -7.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $48,687 |
| 2009 | -- | $48,687 +9.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $44,343 -0.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $44,601 +19.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $37,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $37,300 +20.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $31,000 +24.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $24,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $24,900 +31.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $18,900 |
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Neighborhood: Ost - South Union
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hartsfield Elementary School
- Middle: Cullen Middle School (Houston)
- High: Yates 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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