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  • $285,000

    5400 Lotus St, Houston, TX 77085

    10beds
    1,656sqft
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    $2,038/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    8,219 Square Feet Lot
    $273,700 Zestimate®
    $172/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Huge backyardBrand-new roof
    Investor’s Dream in South Houston! Welcome to 5400 Lotus St., Houston, TX 77045, an exceptional investment opportunity with outstanding income-producing potential. Featuring 10 bedrooms, this unique property is ideal for investors looking to maximize cash flow through individual bedroom rentals or other creative rental strategies. The property is tenant-occupied through April 30, 2029, providing immediate rental income and long-term stability for the next owner. The home also boasts a brand-new roof and sits on a huge backyard, offering ample space for outdoor enjoyment, future improvements, or potential expansion. Conveniently located with quick access to Highway 288, Loop 610, and Beltway 8, it provides easy access to major employment centers, shopping, dining, and entertainment throughout Houston. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or secure a high-performing income-producing property, 5400 Lotus St. offers exceptional value and endless potential.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Brook Wilson TREC #0705205 346-714-8666,

    FYI Realty - Katy

    Source: HAR,MLS#: 9147764MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 10
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Electric, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Electric, Gas
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,656
      • Total interior livable area: 1,656 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 8,219 Square Feet
      • Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0836120000007

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Unknown
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Post Oak Place
      Location
      • Region: Houston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $172/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $125,838
      • Annual tax amount: $2,800
      • Date on market: 7/15/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Investor

        Estimated market value

        $273,700

        $260,000 - $287,000

        $1,914/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/15/2026Listed for sale$285,000$172/sqft
        Source: HAR #24988201 Report a problem
        5/20/2025Listing removed$1,900$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        5/7/2025Listed for rent$1,900+2.7%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        5/5/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        4/9/2021Listed for rent$1,850$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        2/12/1996Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,674 +20.8%$125,838 +19%
        2024$2,213 +6.4%$105,779 +2.5%
        2023$2,080 +37.1%$103,216 +23.8%
        2022$1,517 $83,403 +16.3%
        2021-- $71,737 +21.4%
        2020$1,418 -0.9%$59,094
        2019$1,431 -4.1%$59,094
        2018$1,493 $59,094
        2017$1,493 +9%$59,094 +9.1%
        2016$1,370 +26.8%$54,181 +13.2%
        2015$1,081 $47,865 +13.8%
        2014$1,081 $42,046 -4.2%
        2013-- $43,901
        2012-- $43,901 +4%
        2011-- $42,198
        2010-- $42,198
        2009-- $42,198
        2007-- $42,198
        2006-- $42,198 +3.6%
        2005-- $40,718 +3.3%
        2004-- $39,400
        2003-- $39,400 +24.3%
        2002-- $31,700 +51.7%
        2001-- $20,900 +59.5%
        2000-- $13,100
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Central Southwest

        Getting around

        46 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Some Transit
        40 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Hines-Caldwell Elementary School
        • Middle: Lawson Middle School
        • High: Madison High School (Houston)

        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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