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$1,645 / Month

5115 Balkin St

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Houston, TX 77021

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  • Bedrooms

    5

  • 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
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About This Home

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Charming 5-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. APPLY NOW! **Provide 3 months proof of income in the application,copies of Social Security cards & Driver's license.** 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 School District 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 5 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 3/16/26 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.

Learn more about living in OST-South Union 
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
St Peter The Apostle School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
31 Students
Nearby
Beatrice Mayes Institute
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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 Center Sb, located 1.1 miles 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 Center Sb
Drive: 3 min 1.1 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
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
70 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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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.

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