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About this home
Investor/ Airbnb opportunity!! If you are looking for opportunity to run Airbnb. Rare find inside the loop! Welcome to 5130 Cosby Street, a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom traditional home offering over 2,000 sqft of living space in the heart of Houston. Nestled in the established Macgregor Terrace neighborhood, this property provides the perfect blend of space, character, and central convenience. The generous layout features sizable bedrooms and multiple full baths, offering plenty of flexibility for a growing family, a multi-generational setup, or a dedicated home office. Enjoy a massive 6,599 sqft backyard with endless possibilities for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or a play area. Location is everything—live just minutes from the Texas Medical Center, University of Houston, and downtown dining and nightlife, with effortless access to 610, 288, and I-45. No HOA and low maintenance. Don’t miss out on this incredible value in a rising neighborhood!
Greater Ost-South Union, located between OST and South Union, is a residential and institutional Houston neighborhood with mid-century brick homes and broad, tree-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the University of Houston campus edge near Calhoun Rd and Wheeler Ave, where student-foot-traffic, coffee counters, and campus venues set the daily rhythm. Architectural lines lean ranch-style and postwar infill, with deep setbacks and long driveways. University of Houston’s Cullen Performance Hall and the Blaffer Art Museum act as cultural anchors, while TDECU Stadium brings game-day energy. Green breaks appear at nearby MacGregor Park, and METRORail access at Palm Center Transit Center links the area to Downtown.
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Offer insights
5130 Cosby St · $250,000
$250K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $250K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
10 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.2%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms, all on the first floor
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Central electric and gas heating
Central air conditioning with electric and gas
Exterior features
Subdivision lot
Home design
Residential property
Construction
Built in 1955
Slab foundation
Composition roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
The home is tenant occupied and perfect for an investor looking for tenant-occupied properties. Perfectly positioned for the 2026 World Cup, a high-performing Airbnb, or even the opportunity to start your own business, 5130 Cosby St offers a rare income-producing property in the heart of Houston with exceptional access to Downtown Houston, the Texas Medical Center, and the University of Houston, along with convenient connectivity to Highway 288, I-45, and Loop 610—making it ideal for short-term stays and visitors needing quick access to the city’s major destinations. Currently operating as an active Airbnb, the home features a large, spacious layout with ample square footage that comfortably accommodates larger groups and extended stays, maximizing its income potential, while the flexible floor plan and central location make it an excellent option for investors looking to continue short-term rental operations or explore other business opportunities.
HARMLS #42158500
May 13, 2026
Listing Removed
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May 9, 2026
Price Changed
$260,000
$126/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$143/sq ft
HARMLS #72621867
Mar 3, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jan 15, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$143/sq ft
RENT. #1
Mar 23, 2022
Price Changed
$1,700
$1/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 19, 2021
Sold
*
HARMLS #67720220
Nov 18, 2021
Sold
$60K - $70K
Oct 28, 2021
Listed
$75,000
$36/sq ft
Oct 28, 2021
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,674 (−3.3%)
$81,900 + $138,008
$219,908
2025
$4,832 (+14.7%)
$81,900 + $145,467
$227,367
2024
$4,211 (−5.0%)
$81,900 + $119,361
$201,261
2023
$4,432 (+26.8%)
$81,900 + $138,056
$219,956
2022
$3,495 (+129.7%)
$81,900 + $76,842
$158,742
2021
$1,521 (+6.8%)
2020
$1,424 (+9.0%)
2019
$1,306 (+5.3%)
2018
$1,241 (+10.2%)
2017
$1,126 (+10.0%)
2016
$1,024 (+5.5%)
2015
$971 (+2.4%)
$18,900 + $21,635
$40,535
2014
$948 (+1.7%)
$15,750 + $21,163
$36,913
2013
$932 (−7.5%)
$15,750 + $21,163
$36,913
2012
$1,007 (−40.7%)
$15,750 + $20,671
$36,421
2011
$1,699 (−16.0%)
2010
$2,023 (+71.7%)
2009
$1,178
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,336
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,336
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0771030020034
Parking Spaces
—
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 9, 2026.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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, 25 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77021
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional 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
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5130 Cosby St
$245,915
$4,085 under list price of $250K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $99K to $300K.