Step into refined living with this bright, contemporary townhome in Auburn Place, West U. Enter the 2nd floor to a spacious living area with floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, and a marble wet bar with a wine fridge. The Carrara marble kitchen features custom cabinetry, a glass tile backsplash, Thermador appliances, and a built-in KitchenAid fridge. An elegant powder room includes Hans Grohe fixtures and a floating vessel sink. The 3rd floor master suite offers built-ins, a Brazilian quartzite bath with DXV fixtures, and a walk-in closet. The 1st floor has a secondary bedroom with a full bath, access to a landscaped yard with bistro lights, and a laundry room. Upgrades: new roof (2021), new A/C systems (2022, 2023), remodeled bathrooms (2020), Oak wood flooring, and a Denon/Heos sound system. Highlights: Lutron lighting, Hunter Douglas blinds, double-pane windows, and Emtek hardware. Zoned to West University School, near West University Recreation Center and Colonial Park Pool.
TownhomeProperty Type
1981Year Built
2,923 sq ftLot Size
$291Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Luis G. Lopez Calle• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Bought with Kiki Wilson• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Light-filled, magazine worthy contemporary townhome in sought after Auburn Place in West U. This dramatic front corner unit enters on the 2nd floor to a large living area with walls of windows, soaring ceilings & marble wet bar with 2019 wine fridge. Sleek white marble island kitchen with custom cabinets & glass tile backsplash, Thermador stainless appliances & built-in Kitchenaid fridge. Beautiful white marble powder room with Hans Grohe wall mounted fixture, floating vessel sink & sconces. Gorgeous 3rd floor master with amazing light, great built-ins, luxurious white marble bath with Hans Grohe fixtures & walk-in closet. 1st floor secondary bedroom with full bath, sliding door to fabulous landscaped yard with bistro lights & laundry room. Additional features & updates include full house sound, Lutron lighting, Hunter Douglas custom blinds & linen draperies, 2002 double pane windows, Emtek brushed nickel hardware. All info per seller
HARMLS #77583873
May 4, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2019
Listed
$599,000
$244/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2014
Sold
*
HARMLS #21893680
Mar 31, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 28, 2014
Sold
$490K - $565K
Feb 25, 2014
Pending
—
Feb 17, 2014
Pending
—
Feb 12, 2014
Listed
$529,000
$216/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
May 31, 1991
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,980
$175,000 + $423,200
$598,200
2025
$10,980 (+21.0%)
$175,000 + $423,200
$598,200
2024
$9,076 (+3.3%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2023
$8,782 (−9.7%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2022
$9,728 (−14.9%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2021
$11,437 (+0.9%)
$175,000 + $380,625
$555,625
2020
$11,340 (−0.7%)
$175,000 + $356,970
$531,970
2019
$11,420 (+5.3%)
2018
$10,843
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2017
$10,843
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2016
$10,842 (+57.0%)
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2014
$6,904 (+0.3%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2013
$6,883 (−9.9%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2012
$7,638 (+10.4%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2011
$6,916 (−14.8%)
2010
$8,113 (+87.9%)
2009
$4,317
Tax history for 5310 Mercer St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,980
$175,000 + $423,200
$598,200
2025
$10,980 (+21.0%)
$175,000 + $423,200
$598,200
2024
$9,076 (+3.3%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2023
$8,782 (−9.7%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2022
$9,728 (−14.9%)
$175,000 + $325,000
$500,000
2021
$11,437 (+0.9%)
$175,000 + $380,625
$555,625
2020
$11,340 (−0.7%)
$175,000 + $356,970
$531,970
2019
$11,420 (+5.3%)
2018
$10,843
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2017
$10,843
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2016
$10,842 (+57.0%)
$135,000 + $345,000
$480,000
2014
$6,904 (+0.3%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2013
$6,883 (−9.9%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2012
$7,638 (+10.4%)
$72,500 + $227,500
$300,000
2011
$6,916 (−14.8%)
2010
$8,113 (+87.9%)
2009
$4,317
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Laundry Features: Laundry in Utility Room, Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Double Vanity, Full Bath on Main Level, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Living/Dining Room
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Cooktop
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 6
Exterior
Green Features
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2451.0
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Direction Faces: East
Stories Total: 3
Year Built: 1981
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Paved Driveway, Private Yard
Security Features: Security Gate, Security System Owned
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Ownership: Full Ownership
Property Type: Residential
Foundation Details: Slab
Living Area: 2,451
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Area: 2923.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,782
Tax Year: 2023
Lease Information
No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
HOA Information
Association Name: Auburn Place Townhomes Associatio
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $3,500
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Maintenance Structure
School Information
Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
Elementary School: WEST UNIVERSITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 27 - Houston
Middle Or Junior School: PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School District: 27 - Houston
High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,451
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 2,923 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Harris County
APN: 1147890060001
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026