5242 Eigel St

Houston, TX 77007

$480,000
Price
3
Beds
2,478 Sq. Ft.
$194 / Sq. Ft.
2,478
Sq. Ft.
$194
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassNew
Listed By CompassNew

Description

Nestled in sought-after Cottage Grove, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath well cared for home with a two-car garage offers a fantastic floor plan and a generously sized backyard ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. The kitchen features updated cabinetry, updated hardware, a pantry and refreshed finishes for a clean, contemporary feel. Upgraded flooring includes durable wood tile in the entry, kitchen, and baths and multiple light fixtures have been updated, and ceiling fans have been added....Nestled in sought-after Cottage Grove, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath well cared for home with a two-car garage offers a fantastic floor plan and a generously sized backyard ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. The kitchen features updated cabinetry, updated hardware, a pantry and refreshed finishes for a clean, contemporary feel. Upgraded flooring includes durable wood tile in the entry, kitchen, and baths and multiple light fixtures have been updated, and ceiling fans have been added. Outside, enjoy a large patio, with outdoor lighting, artificial turf and easy landscaping with potted plants for a welcoming backyard retreat. Partial recent interior paint adds a fresh touch. Walkable to nearby restaurants and shops, with easy access to I-10 and major freeways for a convenient commute to Downtown, Midtown, and the Galleria.

Listing Agent

  1. Lauren Teare

    Lauren Teare

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0525089

    lauren.teare@compass.com

    P: (832)-524-9370

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Property Details for 5242 Eigel Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Cottage Grove Sec 01
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 04:01 AM

Property Details for 5242 Eigel Street

StatusActive
MLS #30092286
Days on Market1
Taxes$8,838 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Townhouse
Year Built2002
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,688 SF
CountyHarris County

Location

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Building Information for 5242 Eigel Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built2002Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,688 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,076 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,339

Property Taxes

$737

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5242 Eigel Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I-10 to Durham exit, right on Eigel.
  • Map Coordinate: 492G
  • MLS Area Major: 16
  • MLS Area Minor: Rice Military/Washington Corridor
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unparsed Address: 5242 Eigel Street
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Assigned, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,838
  • Tax Legal Description: LT 63 COTTAGE GROVE SEC 1
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
  • High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Middle Or Junior School: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2478.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Backs To Greenbelt Park
  • Lot Size Acres: 2688.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Parcel Number: 010-182-000-0144
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Townhouse/Condo, Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 01
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Kitchen Appliances, Accessible Common Area, Accessible Electrical And Environmental Controls, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Approach With Ramp, Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance
  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding
  • Exclusions: See Listing Agent
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Patio, Private Yard
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Pool Area: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Security Features: Security System Leased, Smoke Detectors
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Pots And Pan Drawers, Pantry, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fans, Programmable Thermostat
  • Laundry Features: LaundryInUtilityRoom, ElectricDryerHookup, GasDryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room Nook, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Game Room, Living Room, Utility Room, Half Bath
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: UtilityRoom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 23x21
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 16x11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 21x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: GameRoom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13x9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: BreakfastRoomNook
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15x10
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 21x16
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 5242 Eigel Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #30092286

$480,000—
Feb 23, 2017

Sold

HARMLS #5009248

—
Feb 1, 2017

Option Pending

HARMLS #5009248

—
Jan 23, 2017

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5009248

$359,900—
Jan 13, 2017

Expired

HARMLS #41948295

$369,998—
Aug 12, 2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #41948295

$389,998—
Jan 16, 2007

Sold

HARMLS #4284867

—
Nov 27, 2006

Option Pending

HARMLS #4284867

—
Oct 4, 2006

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #4284867

$274,900—
Nov 22, 2002

Sold

HARMLS #727676

—
Oct 15, 2002

Option Pending

HARMLS #727676

—
Aug 1, 2002

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #727676

$249,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #30092286

$480,000
02/23/2017

Sold

HARMLS #5009248

—
02/01/2017

Option Pending

HARMLS #5009248

—
01/23/2017

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5009248

$359,900
01/13/2017

Expired

HARMLS #41948295

$369,998
08/12/2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #41948295

$389,998
01/16/2007

Sold

HARMLS #4284867

—
11/27/2006

Option Pending

HARMLS #4284867

—
10/04/2006

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #4284867

$274,900
11/22/2002

Sold

HARMLS #727676

—
10/15/2002

Option Pending

HARMLS #727676

—
08/01/2002

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #727676

$249,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5242 Eigel Street

Taxable ValueLand$228,480Additions$193,895Total$422,375
Tax Record2024$6,948 ($579 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,478 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,478 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,688 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002CountyHARRISAPN0101820000144Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5242 Eigel Street

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Memorial Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hogg Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lamar High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carnegie Vanguard High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Memorial Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hogg Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lamar High School
Public9 to 12

Carnegie Vanguard High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 5242 Eigel Street, Houston, TX 77007

5242 Eigel Street is a townhouse for sale in Houston, TX 77007. This property was listed for sale on January 28, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $480,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on February 23, 2017. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Memorial Elementary School, Hogg Middle School and Lamar High School. 5242 Eigel Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,478 sqft townhouse built in 2002.

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