
5537 Lawson St Houston, TX 77023
Lawndale-Wayside NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,201/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Traditional Architecture
- Granite Countertops
- Breakfast Bar
About This Home
East End Charm Meets Modern Style! Fall in love with this updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage just minutes from Houston’s revitalized East End! Fresh interior and exterior paint give this home a bright, welcoming feel, while the updated kitchen brings style and function together with pretty finishes and tons of storage.
Spacious bedrooms mean extra comfort—whether you’re working from home, or hosting guests. Outside, the classic cottage curb appeal is the perfect backdrop for your morning coffee or evening wind-down. The beautiful backyard is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day.
All this, just minutes away from East End’s trendy coffee shops, local eateries, vibrant local spots, parks and Downtown Houston. Move-in ready and full of personality—this little gem won’t last long!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,822
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 5,555 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Electric Gate
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,297 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Henderson J Elementary School
- Navarro Middle School
- Austin High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Plaza Place Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $5,433 | $259,652 | $110,550 | $149,102 |
2023 | $5,433 | $286,591 | $110,550 | $176,041 |
2022 | $6,422 | $273,077 | $110,550 | $162,527 |
2021 | $5,510 | $236,404 | $82,913 | $153,491 |
2020 | $6,079 | $236,404 | $82,913 | $153,491 |
2019 | $5,934 | $221,390 | $82,913 | $138,477 |
2018 | $3,859 | $204,527 | $63,566 | $140,961 |
2017 | $5,036 | $188,011 | $49,748 | $138,263 |
2016 | $2,429 | $90,688 | $38,693 | $51,995 |
2015 | $1,414 | $82,975 | $33,165 | $49,810 |
2014 | $1,414 | $71,400 | $27,638 | $43,762 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/17/2025 08/17/25 | For Sale | $315,000 | -- | $243 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Vendors Lien | -- | None Available | |
Vendors Lien | $119,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $229,600 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $244,800 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $119,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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