Cleared and level lot offering a prime opportunity for new construction or investment. The property is located in an established area with convenient access to Downtown Houston and major thoroughfares. Public water and sewer are available, with electricity readily accessible for connection. Survey is available. The lot provides a clean slate for a buyer, builder, or investor looking to develop in an area with ongoing growth and redevelopment.
Vacant landProperty Type
4,748 sq ftLot Size
$13Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rebecca Barnes• Archway Real Estate Group LLC
Greater Fifth Ward, located between Downtown Houston and the Houston Ship Channel, is a historic and industrial Houston neighborhood with a rail-lined streetscape and a legacy of brick warehouses. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Lyons Avenue at Jensen Drive, where corner stores, taquerias, and barbershops sit beside long-time civic buildings and murals. Shotgun houses and modest bungalows mix with light-industrial blocks, giving many streets a raw, workday rhythm. The Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation and the Julia C. Hester House anchor local programming and neighborhood stewardship. Nearby, the Buffalo Bayou trails and the industrial skyline frame daily routes and weekend walks.
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Cleared lot
Located in a subdivision
Concrete road access
Home design
Vacant land
Construction
Lot area about 0.109 acres (4,750 square feet)
Utilities
Public water available
Public sewer available
Electricity available
Sale and tax history for 2012 Staples St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HARMLS #13107298
Sep 13, 2026
Listed
$60,000
Public Records
Mar 28, 2024
Sold
*
HARMLS #59650398
Mar 25, 2024
Sold
$60K - $70K
Mar 1, 2024
Pending
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Feb 23, 2024
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2024
Listed
$75,000
Great investment opportunity! Great space to build! Survey is available! Very close to downtown and major freeways! Lot is cleared! Public water and Sewer available! Electricity is easy to connect!
HARMLS #29720287
Jun 9, 2021
Pending
—
May 29, 2021
Pending
—
May 29, 2021
Listing Removed
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Nov 16, 2020
Listed
$60,000
HARMLS #75699933
Sep 10, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2020
Price Changed
$49,998
Feb 11, 2020
Listed
$54,000
Public Records
Oct 15, 2018
Sold
*
HARMLS #88286484
Oct 12, 2018
Sold
$20K - $30K
Jul 15, 2018
Pending
—
Jul 12, 2018
Price Changed
$35,000
Jul 11, 2018
Listed
$30,000
HARMLS #91575225
Jul 4, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2017
Listed
$37,000
HARMLS #55761576
Sep 18, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jun 15, 2017
Listed
$35,000
HARMLS #6115742
Oct 7, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2016
Listed
$17,000
HARMLS #49745121
Aug 17, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2016
Price Changed
$16,500
Aug 13, 2015
Listed
$15,000
HARMLS #53713544
Nov 3, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 29, 2014
Price Changed
$9,900
Nov 11, 2013
Price Changed
$7,900
Nov 4, 2013
Listed
$8,900
HARMLS #74537393
Apr 1, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Feb 10, 2012
Listed
$9,800
HARMLS #48248656
Sep 21, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Mar 30, 2009
Listed
$9,500
HARMLS #3131755
May 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 2008
Listed
$7,500
HARMLS #1063820
Dec 7, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2007
Listed
$8,000
HARMLS #9915959
Jul 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 2007
Listed
$12,000
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,348 (+5.7%)
$63,438
2025
$1,275 (+1.6%)
$60,000
2024
$1,255 (+21.6%)
$60,000
2023
$1,033 (+38.9%)
$51,250
2022
$743 (+41.7%)
$33,750
2021
$524 (−2.9%)
$22,500
2020
$540 (−0.9%)
$22,500
2019
$545 (+32.5%)
$22,500
2018
$411 (+0.2%)
$16,250
2017
$411 (+18.3%)
$16,250
2016
$347 (+9.8%)
$16,250
2015
$316 (−1.6%)
$13,750
2014
$321 (+0.4%)
$12,500
2013
$320 (−7.5%)
$12,500
2012
$346 (+9.3%)
$12,500
2011
$316 (+56.6%)
2010
$202 (−41.5%)
2009
$345
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Harris County
APN
1493060010001
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
Sep 26, 2018 • Final
Mdi plumbing
Demolish a residential building.
Demolition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-75% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77026
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Houston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2012 Staples St
$59,748
$252 under list price of $60K
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