Welcome to this move-in-ready Cottage Grove corner townhome, just minutes from Houston's best inside-the-Loop chic dining, shopping, and right off the MKT Trail. The open floor plan pairs soaring ceilings and hardwood floors (no carpet) with large windows that fill the home with natural light. The sleek white kitchen features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, and the spacious primary suite offers a tranquil ensuite bath. Upstairs, the generous east-facing rooftop deck delivers skyline views, perfect for morning coffee or evening entertaining. Recent updates include a new roof (2022), a new water heater (2024), a new HVAC system (2024), new front exterior siding (2025), and a remodeled balcony (2025). With no HOA and a turn-key interior, this is urban living without the fuss. Schedule your showing today.
TownhomeProperty Type
2005Year Built
1,950 sq ftLot Size
$182Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Monica Finkelstein• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Memorial Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Hogg Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
Waltrip High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
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About Cottage
Grove
Cottage Grove, located between I-10 and Memorial Drive, is a residential and mixed-use Houston neighborhood with townhome blocks and bayou-edge green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Washington Ave and Shepherd Dr corridor, where patios, coffee counters, and small studios keep the sidewalks active. Architectural cues run from mid-century cottages to contemporary three-story infill, with pocket parks and trailheads stitching the streets together. Memorial Park and Buffalo Bayou’s paths shape a daily rhythm of runs, rides, and dog walks. Local pillars such as Catalina Coffee, Henderson & Kane, and the Art Car Museum add a distinctly Houston creative note. Street grids and bike routes link quickly into the Heights and Downtown without losing the tucked-away feel of its side streets.
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Market insights
5503 Darling St · $425,000
DAYS ON MARKET
42 days
The average home goes pending in 60 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.1%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$425,000
Median list price in this area is $254,072. (40% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bedroom on main level
Crown molding
Double vanity
Entrance foyer
En suite bathroom
Full bath on main level
Granite counters
High ceilings
Jetted tub
Bath in primary bedroom
Quartz counters
Separate shower
Tub/shower
Upper level primary
Walk-in closets
Window treatments
Ceiling fans
Kitchen/dining combo
Programmable thermostat
Window coverings
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on third level (approx. 15 x 12)
Bedroom on first level (approx. 13 x 12)
Bedroom on third level (approx. 14 x 12)
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Granite and quartz counters
Gas oven
Gas range
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry in utility room
Electric dryer hookup
Washer
Dryer
Utility room (approx. 6 x 4)
Flooring
Engineered hardwood
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (gas)
Central electric air conditioning
Programmable thermostat
Exterior features
Partial fencing
Front yard
Deck
Rooftop
Fence
Home design
Residential property
Faces east
4 stories
Full ownership
Parking
Attached garage with garage door opener (2-car)
Security
Leased security system
Smoke detectors
Construction
Built in 2005
Cement siding and stucco exterior
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Financial info
Lease not considered
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Perfectly situated and carefully maintained – this home puts you in walking distance from trails, bars, and restaurants! Rooftop Terrace overlooking Downtown for the nicer weather and side yard provides a peaceful cove. Spacious Open floor plan with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. Plantation shutters and Hardwood floors throughout Living Areas. New HVAC and hardwood floors! Bedrooms are suite style with full bathrooms each. Quick access to I-10, 610, and Inner Loop amenities. Never flooded & no HOA!
HARMLS #43537873
May 24, 2021
Listing Removed
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Apr 27, 2021
Price Changed
$399,000
$171/sq ft
Mar 30, 2021
Listed
$410,000
$175/sq ft
HARMLS #62456472
Mar 30, 2021
Listing Removed
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Mar 30, 2021
Listed
$410,000
$175/sq ft
HARMLS #43377027
Dec 9, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 30, 2018
Listed
$374,000
$160/sq ft
HARMLS #66229029
Oct 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 2018
Listed
$379,000
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 2014
Sold
*
HARMLS #35026464
Jun 20, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jun 20, 2014
Sold
$320K - $370K
Jun 11, 2014
Pending
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May 30, 2014
Pending
—
May 12, 2014
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2014
Pending
—
Apr 18, 2014
Pending
—
Feb 13, 2014
Listed
$368,750
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
May 10, 2005
Sold
*
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,799 (−2.9%)
$136,500 + $324,597
$461,097
2025
$10,092 (+4.7%)
$136,500 + $338,353
$474,853
2024
$9,639 (+4.2%)
$136,500 + $324,160
$460,660
2023
$9,255 (+2.8%)
$117,000 + $342,328
$459,328
2022
$9,001 (+3.8%)
$107,250 + $301,513
$408,763
2021
$8,668 (−0.6%)
$103,350 + $268,578
$371,928
2020
$8,718 (+2.9%)
$97,500 + $265,855
$363,355
2019
$8,476 (−6.4%)
$118,950 + $231,050
$350,000
2018
$9,059 (+0.2%)
$95,160 + $262,840
$358,000
2017
$9,044
$95,160 + $262,840
$358,000
2016
$9,052 (−0.3%)
$95,160 + $262,840
$358,000
2015
$9,075 (+15.6%)
$95,160 + $262,840
$358,000
2014
$7,848 (+10.5%)
$83,265 + $257,346
$340,611
2013
$7,103 (−2.3%)
$83,265 + $257,346
$340,611
2012
$7,267 (+7.0%)
$71,370 + $206,193
$277,563
2011
$6,794 (−8.5%)
2010
$7,429 (+0.2%)
2009
$7,417
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
4
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,950 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,340
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,340
Year built
2005
Style
Townhouse
County
Harris County
APN
1270470010001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Jul 17, 2006 • Final
Building pmt
Construct a new townhouse with an attached garage.
New construction
Jul 10, 2006 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Construct a new townhouse with an attached garage.
New construction
Plumbing
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
9/10 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
8/10 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 • 77007
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Feb
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Sun exposure
88/ 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.
8.5 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5503 Darling St
$411,348
$14K under list price of $425K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $411K to $630K.