Completely reimagined inside and out, 5506 Auden pairs the scale and craftsmanship of a custom West University home with the finish quality and livability buyers expect from new construction. Offering 4,768 SF, 5 bedrooms, and 4 baths, the home has been extensively renovated with a fresh, refined aesthetic and meaningful functional upgrades throughout. A dramatic curved staircase anchors the light-filled interior, while generous living spaces flow effortlessly for both everyday life and entertaining. The backyard is a true standout—framed by mature trees and lush landscaping, with a resort-style pool, spa, and an uncommon amount of green space rarely found in the area. Set on a 10,000+ SF lot in a premier West University location, this is a turnkey opportunity where every detail has already been done.
For sale
Price cut: $125K (6/27)
$3,075,000
5506 Auden St, Houston, TX 77005
5beds
4,768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
10,140 Square Feet Lot
$2,930,400 Zestimate®
$645/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Resort-style poolGenerous living spacesDramatic curved staircaseLight-filled interior
- 26 days |
- 696 |
- 21 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pate Herrold TREC #0808858 832-696-8100,
Happen Houston
Source: HAR,MLS#: 71582992
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Guest Suite
Primary bathroom
- Features: Full Secondary Bathroom Down, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, Prewired for Alarm System, 1 Bedroom Down - Not Primary BR, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated/Low-E windows, Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Outside, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,768
- Total interior livable area: 4,768 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Oversized, Circular Driveway, Double-Wide Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Sprinkler System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub, Private
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 10,140 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0410170030015
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Spray Foam Insulation, Brick, Other, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab on Builders Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Attic Vents, Thermostat, HVAC, HVAC>15 SEER
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Prewired for Alarm System
- Subdivision: Sunset Terrace
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $645/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,161,507
- Annual tax amount: $39,674
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Concrete, Curbs, Gravel
Estimated market value
$2,930,400
$2.78M - $3.08M
$7,659/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Price change | $3,075,000-3.9%$645/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000+191.2%$671/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/10/2009 | Listing removed | $1,099,000$230/sqft |
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| 7/24/2009 | Price change | $1,099,000-8.3%$230/sqft |
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| 6/17/2009 | Price change | $1,199,000-6.2%$251/sqft |
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| 2/10/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,278,000$268/sqft |
Source: HAR #9351949 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,565 +1.8% | $2,161,507 +2% |
| 2024 | $30,994 +10.6% | $2,119,408 -4.4% |
| 2023 | $28,027 -2.3% | $2,217,600 +12.2% |
| 2022 | $28,673 | $1,976,170 +9.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $1,807,105 +16.9% |
| 2020 | $26,021 +8.4% | $1,545,874 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $24,008 +5.3% | $1,517,413 +23.5% |
| 2018 | $22,806 | $1,228,807 |
| 2017 | $22,806 -3.7% | $1,228,807 -3.6% |
| 2016 | $23,675 +6.2% | $1,275,000 |
| 2015 | $22,287 | $1,275,000 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $22,287 | $1,167,600 +4.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,118,600 +7.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,043,400 +3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,005,645 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,005,645 -13.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,159,971 +15.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,004,643 +9.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $920,810 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $837,100 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $761,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $761,000 +220.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $237,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West University Place
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West University Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Pershing Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Lamar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West University Elementary School
- Middle: Pershing Middle School
- High: Lamar 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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- Texas
- Harris County
- Houston
- 77005
- West University Place
- 5506 Auden St




