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$1,695 / Month

5115 Balkin St

Houston, TX 77021

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281-894-9111

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,608 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Granite Countertops
Family Room Off Kitchen
Bathtub with Shower
Living Room
Programmable Thermostat
Vinyl Plank Flooring

5115 Balkin St

About This Home

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Charming 4-bedroom,2-bath home located at 5115 Balkin St in Houston’s established OST–South Union area. This property blends classic character with everyday functionality. Conveniently situated just minutes from Old Spanish Trail (OST),Scott Street,and Interstate 45,the home provides easy access to Downtown Houston,the Texas Medical Center,and the University area. Nearby shopping includes Plaza 610 Commons and other retail centers along Cullen Blvd and OST,while major regional destinations such as The Galleria and Memorial City Mall are a short drive away. Outdoor recreation is close by at Hermann Park,home to the Houston Zoo and scenic walking trails,as well as additional neighborhood parks throughout the community. With strong access,nearby amenities,and a spacious lot,this property presents an excellent opportunity for homeowners or investors alike. UPDATED PHOTOS WILL BE UPLOADED SOON! APPLY NOW! Provide 3 months proof of income in the application and 2 forms of IDs. MLS# 80218702

5115 Balkin St is a house located in Harris County and the 77021 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Houston Independent attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1955

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bathtub with Shower 2 Full Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Flooring

Vinyl Plank Laminate Vinyl

Home Security

Fire and Smoke Detector

Interior Spaces

Family Room Off Kitchen Living Room Combination Kitchen and Dining Room Ceiling Fan Utility Room 1,608 Sq Ft Home 1-Story Property Window Treatments

Kitchen

Granite Countertops Gas Oven Gas Range

Laundry

Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 2/16/26 Long Term Lease

Lot Details

6,754 Sq Ft Lot Back Yard Fenced

Schools

Hartsfield Elementary School Cullen Middle School Yates High School

Utilities

Programmable Thermostat Central Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Gas No Utilities

Community Details

Overview

Rpm Preferred Association Macgregor Terrace Sec 01 Subdivision

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed Pet Deposit Required

Contact

Listed by Joni Wolfswinkel | Real Property Management Prefe
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Houston Association of REALTORS®

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Neighborhood

Located only five miles from downtown Houston, this neighborhood consists of modern complexes and homes in a variety of styles, filled with people who work in other parts of the city but prefer to live in the outskirts to save on housing costs. There are several schools and parks in the area, making it very family-friendly. This neighborhood on-the-rise has plans for commercial development already in action.

Since Old Spanish Trail-South Union happens to be inside the loop, residents can conveniently access key parts of the city with no issue. The neighborhood is near Texas Medical and the University of Houston. There are tons of retail shops, grocery stores, and restaurants along the Old Spanish Trail and Scott Street. For entertainment, the NRG Stadium and Arena is just a few minutes away showcasing rodeos, concerts, football games, and more. During the holidays, it isn’t surprising to find the neighborhood heavily decorated.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
University of Houston	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Texas Southern University	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi
Baylor College of Medicine	Drive:	10 min	4.7 mi
UT Health Houston	Drive:	9 min	5.1 mi

5115 Balkin St is within 6 minutes or 2.6 miles from University of Houston. It is also near Texas Southern University and Baylor College of Medicine.

Schools

Hartsfield Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

303 Students

Attendance Zone

Cullen Middle

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

324 Students

Attendance Zone

Yates High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

851 Students

Attendance Zone

Beatrice Mayes Institute

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades K-8

Nearby

St Peter The Apostle School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

31 Students

Nearby

University Park Academy

Private High School

Grades 9-12

211 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Houston include Palm Center Transit Ctr Sb, located 0.9 mile from 5115 Balkin St. 5115 Balkin St is near William P Hobby, located 8.1 miles or 19 minutes away, and George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 24.3 miles or 35 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Palm Center Transit Ctr Sb	Walk:	18 min	0.9 mi
Macgregor Park Mlk Sb	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Uh South University Oaks Sb	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
Robertson Stadium Uh Tsu Sb	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Elgin Third Ward Sb	Drive:	7 min	3.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Houston	Drive:	12 min	7.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
William P Hobby	Drive:	19 min	8.1 mi
George Bush Intcntl/Houston	Drive:	35 min	24.3 mi

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5115 Balkin St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Plaza 610 Commons	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Shopping Center at Cullen	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Trading Fair II Center	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi

5115 Balkin St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Houston Zoo	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi
Children's Museum of Houston	Drive:	9 min	4.8 mi
Hermann Park	Drive:	10 min	4.8 mi
Cockrell Butterfly Center	Drive:	10 min	5.3 mi
Houston Museum of Natural Science	Drive:	10 min	5.3 mi

5115 Balkin St has 5 parks within 5.3 miles, including Hermann Park, Houston Zoo, and Children's Museum of Houston.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Harris Health System	Drive:	7 min	3.7 mi
Harris Cty Psychiatric Center	Drive:	7 min	3.9 mi
Woman's Hospital of Texas	Drive:	9 min	4.9 mi

5115 Balkin St has 3 hospitals within 4.9 miles, the nearest is Harris Health System which is 3.7 miles away and a 7 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Lyndon B Johnson Space Center	Drive:	33 min	22.7 mi
Pelican Spit Military Reservation	Drive:	62 min	48.2 mi

5115 Balkin St is 22.7 miles from Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pelican Spit Military Reservation.