Looking for the perfect blend of city living and tranquility in Houston? This gated home will be your oasis. We're all about easy maintenance without sacrificing beauty in this home. This home has no carpet for easy clean up AND turf in the backyard for low maintenance living. That's right, no mowing in 100 degree weather. This fantastic layout has two secondary bedrooms down both with walk in closets and an office that can also be used as a bedroom. Venturing upstairs, you're greeted by seamless wood floors and a vaulted ceiling. The open concept living space allows for easy entertaining and flexibility to arrange your furniture in any way you choose. As you make your way through the home, you're greeted with beautiful natural light in every room. Your spacious primary bedroom features an ensuite bathroom and a large walk in closet for all of your favorite things. And if all of that didn't already convince you, you'll fall in LOVE with your spacious and serene backyard.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
3,005 sq ftLot Size
$213Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jess Stom• CB&A, Realtors
Bought with Carla Menegaz• Keller Williams Realty Southwest
Nestled in a gated community of only 4 homes with no HOA but featuring controlled access, this home features a breathtaking backyard with room for a pool right in the heart of Houston. Ideally located in a quiet enclave in Cottage Grove near the heart of Houston, the floorplan is spacious with a generous master suite and living areas upstairs and two bedrooms and an office downstairs. Gorgeous hardwood floors upstairs and premium, low-maintenance LVT flooring downstairs. Plenty of natural light, a gorgeous quartz fireplace, stunning architecture, open concept living, and gourmet kitchen all combine to make this home a dream for everyday living and entertaining. This completely remodeled corner lot features an expansive garden with a covered patio and an extra parking pad. Easy commute to Downtown, Galleria Area, and Energy Corridor, this location cannot be beaten. Room dimensions are approximate. Make it yours today!
HARMLS #62550024
May 21, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2016
Listed
$359,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 8, 1999
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,886 (−2.3%)
$210,350 + $254,843
$465,193
2025
$10,115 (+4.6%)
$210,350 + $265,589
$475,939
2024
$9,667 (+14.2%)
2023
$8,462 (−0.4%)
$180,300 + $239,700
$420,000
2022
$8,498 (+3.9%)
2021
$8,177 (−5.8%)
$159,265 + $191,588
$350,853
2020
$8,685 (+12.3%)
$150,250 + $211,707
$361,957
2019
$7,733 (−4.2%)
$137,625 + $181,718
$319,343
2018
$8,076 (−4.2%)
$110,100 + $209,038
$319,138
2017
$8,428 (+9.9%)
2016
$7,668 (+9.7%)
2015
$6,989 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,443 (+10.5%)
$96,338 + $205,262
$301,600
2013
$5,831 (−4.2%)
$96,338 + $205,262
$301,600
2012
$6,084 (+6.4%)
$82,575 + $145,289
$227,864
2011
$5,716 (+51.9%)
2010
$3,764 (−43.3%)
2009
$6,636
Tax history for 5218 Larkin St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,886 (−2.3%)
$210,350 + $254,843
$465,193
2025
$10,115 (+4.6%)
$210,350 + $265,589
$475,939
2024
$9,667 (+14.2%)
2023
$8,462 (−0.4%)
$180,300 + $239,700
$420,000
2022
$8,498 (+3.9%)
2021
$8,177 (−5.8%)
$159,265 + $191,588
$350,853
2020
$8,685 (+12.3%)
$150,250 + $211,707
$361,957
2019
$7,733 (−4.2%)
$137,625 + $181,718
$319,343
2018
$8,076 (−4.2%)
$110,100 + $209,038
$319,138
2017
$8,428 (+9.9%)
2016
$7,668 (+9.7%)
2015
$6,989 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,443 (+10.5%)
$96,338 + $205,262
$301,600
2013
$5,831 (−4.2%)
$96,338 + $205,262
$301,600
2012
$6,084 (+6.4%)
$82,575 + $145,289
$227,864
2011
$5,716 (+51.9%)
2010
$3,764 (−43.3%)
2009
$6,636
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,005 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
2,250
Year built
2001
Style
Townhouse
County
Harris County
APN
1222720010002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Jul 15, 2008 • Final
Demolition
Demolish a residential building and disconnect the sewer.
Demolition
Apr 8, 2002 • Final
Building pmt
Work on a two-story residential building with an attached garage.
Addition
New construction
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.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Information
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage
Interior
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 14x11
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 21x16
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 14x12
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 14x12
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 18x12
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Possible: 4
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log
# of Fireplaces: 1
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Interior Features: Double Vanity, En Suite Bathroom, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven