
5142 Balkin St, Houston, TX 77021
What This House Offers
Charming 3-bedroom,1-bath rental home offering comfortable living spaces and inviting curb appeal. This single-story home features a covered front entry... ,attached one-car garage,and extended driveway for convenient parking. Inside,enjoy a spacious living area with tile flooring,neutral tones,and plenty of natural light. The kitchen includes white cabinetry,ample counter space,black appliances,and a bright window. Bedrooms provide cozy layouts with soft carpet and ceiling fans. The bathroom offers a tiled tub surround,modern vanity,and updated lighting. Generous yard space adds flexibility for outdoor enjoyment. Convenient location with easy access to major roads,shopping,dining,and everyday amenities. MLS# 38466005
Unit
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1208 sq. ft.
- Available Now
5142 Balkin St is located in Houston, Texas in the 77021 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1950
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- Ceiling Fan
- Utility Room
- Family Room
- 1208 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Tile
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 3 Bedrooms
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Lot Details
- 6435 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Schools
- Hartsfield Elementary School
- Cullen Middle School
- Yates High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-01-23
- Long Term Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Macgregor Terrace Sec 01 Subdivision
Pet Policy
- The building has rules on how big a pet can be within a unit
- Pet Deposit Required
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Get In Touch
Houston, TX 77021

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Somewhat Walkable62 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit48 / 100
Bike Score ®
Somewhat Bikeable47 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hartsfield Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Cullen Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Beatrice Mayes Institute
Grades K-8
Private
St Peter The Apostle School
Grades PK-8
Private
Yates High School
Grades 9-12
Public
University Park Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Houston
Drive: 6 min (2.5 mi)
Texas Southern University
Drive: 7 min (3.4 mi)
Baylor College of Medicine
Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi)
UT Health Houston
Drive: 9 min (5 mi)
Discover OST-South Union, Houston, TX
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5142 Balkin St proximity to Plaza 610 Commons, Trading Fair II Center, and Griggs Retail Center. Plaza 610 Commons is 0.4 miles away, and Trading Fair II Center is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 48, 5142 Balkin St has some transit, including 6 transit stops within 7.1 miles. Transit options include Palm Center Transit Ctr Sb and Macgregor Park Mlk Sb.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5142 Balkin St are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 4.7 miles, including Hermann Park, Houston Zoo, and Children's Museum of Houston.
Airports
Living in OST-South Union provides easy access to William P Hobby, located just 18 minutes from 5142 Balkin St. Another nearby airport is George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 24.2 miles away.
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