Houston, TX 77007 254 E 5th Street
$525,000
25 more
Presented By: Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights;
Beds • 2
Full/Half Baths • 2 / 1
SQFT • 1,514
Garage • 2
Home Details
OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY, 2/13 4–6 PM! Zoned to Harvard. Private double driveway. First-floor living. Private backyard. Walk to everything! Welcome to Heights living at its best. Located in one of the most desirable pockets of Houston Heights, this timeless brick home offers a lock-and-leave lifestyle w/space, convenience & charm for every season of life. Step outside to the Hike & Bike/M-K-T Trails, Heights Mercantile, and favorites like Coltivare, Handies Douzo, Padres, and the new Tiny’s Milk & Cookies. Coffee runs & sunset strolls start at your front door. Inside, soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, and natural light create a warm, inviting feel. The open layout flows easily for entertaining or everyday living, and the kitchen features updated appliances. The fenced backyard w/low-maintenance turf is perfect for pets, gatherings, or relaxing. With only 1 shared interior wall, low HOA & unbeatable walkability, this is a rare opportunity in the heart of the Heights!
Presented By: Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights;
Interior Features for 254 E 5th Street
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms2
Bathrooms
Half Baths1
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesDecorative
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBalcony, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Tub Shower, Vanity, Window Treatments
Laundry FeaturesElectric Dryer Hookup
Total Fireplaces1
Total Stories2
Window FeaturesWindow Coverings
Other Rooms
Room TypeDining Room, Living Room, Utility Room, Half Bath
General for 254 E 5th Street
AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Architectural StyleTraditional
Assoc Fee Paid PerMonthly
Association Fee IncludesMaintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure
Association NameCortlandt Gardens HA
Attached Garage Yes
CityHouston
Construction MaterialsBrick, Wood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
CountyHarris
DirectionsFrom Heights Blvd turn east on East 5th, home on south side of street between Harvard and Cortlandt.
DisclosuresSeller Disclosure
Elementary SchoolHARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HOA Fee$120
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolHEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
High School District27 - Houston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionTR 4 OF LTS 1 & 2 BLK 302 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area9
MLS Area MinorHeights/Greater Heights
Middle/Junior High SchoolHOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2026-02-15T00:13:32.903-00:00
New ConstructionNo
OwnershipFull Ownership
Patio/Porch FeaturesBalcony, Deck, Patio
PostalCityHouston
Property Sub Type AdditionalTownhouse
Property SubtypeTownhouse
Property TypeResidential
RoofComposition
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameHouston Heights
Total Rooms9
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built1983
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 254 E 5th Street
Building Area Total1514
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony, Deck, Fence, Patio, Private Yard
FencingPartial
Foundation DetailsSlab
Lot FeaturesBacks to Greenbelt/Park
Lot Size Area1995
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAttached, Garage
Road Surface TypeAsphalt
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner