5309 Palmer St

2,552 Sq. Ft.
$206 / Sq. Ft.
2,552
Sq. Ft.
$206
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience the timeless charm of this 1935 residence situated on a prime oversized lot in Houston's historic Riverside neighborhood! This two-story home features a welcoming front patio & architectural details that combine vintage character w/ modern functionality throughout. Step inside to find an inviting living area defined by rich hardwood floors, a classic fireplace & natural light that enhances the warm atmosphere. The updated kitchen serves as a culinary hub w/ granite countertops, stainless...Experience the timeless charm of this 1935 residence situated on a prime oversized lot in Houston's historic Riverside neighborhood! This two-story home features a welcoming front patio & architectural details that combine vintage character w/ modern functionality throughout. Step inside to find an inviting living area defined by rich hardwood floors, a classic fireplace & natural light that enhances the warm atmosphere. The updated kitchen serves as a culinary hub w/ granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, ample storage & access to the dining area. The primary suite offers a private retreat w/ an expansive walk-in closet & ensuite bath featuring a dual sink vanity, soaking tub & walk-in shower. Outdoor living is effortless w/ a sprawling backyard offering space for a lush garden plus a detached 2-car garage equipped w/ extra storage. Enjoy proximity to top restaurant, retail & shopping destinations w/ quick commutes to Downtown & the Medical Center nearby.
  1. Listed by Aaron Dailey • TREC #0727687 • Brokerage DRE #9003138 • Real Broker, LLC
    P: (832)-819-7530 C: (832)-819-7530 aaron@houstonproperties.com
  2. Listed by Kirbi Thomas • TREC #0837543 • Brokerage DRE #9003138 • Real Broker, LLC
    P: (832)-968-5454 C: (832)-968-5454 kirbi@houstonproperties.com

Property Details for 5309 Palmer Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Riverside Ext
LISTING UPDATED: 02/16/2026 02:39 PM

Property Details for 5309 Palmer Street

StatusActive
MLS #55311492
Days on Market15
Taxes$9,493 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1935
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,248 SF
CountyHarris County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Real Broker, LLC, Aaron Dailey, TREC #0727687; Real Broker, LLC, Kirbi Thomas, TREC #0837543
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Building Information for 5309 Palmer Street

Stories2Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,248 SF

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Property Information for 5309 Palmer Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: Proceed southeast on Southmore from Texas 288 to Palmer. Turn right. The house is in the center of the block on the left.
  • Map Coordinate: 533C
  • MLS Area Major: 4
  • MLS Area Minor: Riverside
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unparsed Address: 5309 Palmer Street
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,493
  • Tax Legal Description: LT 7 BLK 9 RIVERSIDE EXTN
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
  • High School: YATES HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: CULLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
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Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2552.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Lot Size Acres: 5250.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Parcel Number: 061-084-009-0007
  • Property Sub Type: Free Standing, Detached
  • Property Type: Single-Family, Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 0
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exclusions: None
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Storage
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Sheds
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Pool Area: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Security Features: Security Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detectors
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Water Softener - Owned, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Spa/Hot Tub, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Pots And Pan Drawers, Pantry, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fans
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, GasDryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room Nook, Living Room, Utility Room, Half Bath
  • Spa YN: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: HalfBath
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 4'2 x 7'1
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: UtilityRoom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 24'2 x 18'11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: BreakfastRoomNook
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 16'10 x 11'4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 26'9 x 19'5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 12'9 x 11'8
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 11'6 x 8'6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 16'11 x 11'5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 23'3 x 13'7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 5309 Palmer Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #55311492

$525,000
May 16, 2019

Sold

HARMLS #4999756

Apr 16, 2019

Option Pending

HARMLS #4999756

Mar 5, 2019

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #4999756

$390,000
May 31, 2013

Sold

HARMLS #84538994

Mar 24, 2013

Option Pending

HARMLS #84538994

Nov 17, 2012

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #84538994

$279,000
Jun 7, 2012

Sold

HARMLS #25044742

May 29, 2012

Option Pending

HARMLS #25044742

Jan 20, 2012

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #25044742

$104,950
Oct 31, 2011

Expired

HARMLS #23979194

$110,000
Jul 12, 2011

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #23979194

$110,000
Sep 15, 2008

Expired

HARMLS #5380004

$200,000
Mar 29, 2008

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5380004

$200,000
Sep 12, 2005

Expired

HARMLS #3728741

$225,000
Mar 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #3728741

$23,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/12/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #55311492

$525,000
05/16/2019

Sold

HARMLS #4999756

04/16/2019

Option Pending

HARMLS #4999756

03/05/2019

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #4999756

$390,000
05/31/2013

Sold

HARMLS #84538994

03/24/2013

Option Pending

HARMLS #84538994

11/17/2012

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #84538994

$279,000
06/07/2012

Sold

HARMLS #25044742

05/29/2012

Option Pending

HARMLS #25044742

01/20/2012

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #25044742

$104,950
10/31/2011

Expired

HARMLS #23979194

$110,000
07/12/2011

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #23979194

$110,000
09/15/2008

Expired

HARMLS #5380004

$200,000
03/29/2008

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5380004

$200,000
09/12/2005

Expired

HARMLS #3728741

$225,000
03/28/2005

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #3728741

$23,500,000

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

Public Records for 5309 Palmer Street

Taxable ValueLand$162,750Additions$267,297Total$430,047
Tax Record2024$6,040 ($503 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,320 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,320 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,249 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935CountyHARRISAPN0610840090007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5309 Palmer Street

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lockhart Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cullen Middle School
Public6 to 8

Yates High School
Public9 to 12

Energy Institute 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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5309 Palmer Street is a single family home for sale in Houston, TX 77004. This property was listed for sale on February 12, 2026 by Real Broker, LLC, it's currently listed at $525,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on May 16, 2019. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Lockhart Elementary School, Cullen Middle School and Yates High School. 5309 Palmer Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,552 sqft single family home built in 1935.

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Listing Courtesy of Real Broker, LLC, Aaron Dailey, TREC #0727687; Real Broker, LLC, Kirbi Thomas, TREC #0837543

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