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$170,000

3 beds2 baths975 sqft

Roughly $1,110/mo at 20% down, 6.5% over 30 years, including tax. That is 47% below the $320,000 median across 10,173 homes for sale in Houston.

5242 Carmen Street, Houston, TX

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Facts and features

Built in: 1945
HOA: $—
Property tax: $3,000/yr
Price per sqft: $174/sqft

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Schools

WOODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLElementary · Houston
THOMAS MIDDLE SCHOOLMiddle · Houston
STERLING HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)High · Houston

Price history

Sep 15, 2026Listed for sale

$170,000

Common questions about this home

How much does 5242 Carmen Street cost?

5242 Carmen Street, Houston, TX is listed at $170,000, or about $174 per square foot.

How big is 5242 Carmen Street?

This home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 975 square feet, and was built in 1945.

What are the taxes and HOA fees for 5242 Carmen Street?

Property tax is $3,000 per year.

What schools serve 5242 Carmen Street?

5242 Carmen Street, Houston, TX is served by WOODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Elementary), THOMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL (Middle), STERLING HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON) (High). The home is zoned to the Houston school district.

Has the price of 5242 Carmen Street changed?

This listing has 1 recorded price event. It was first listed at $170,000 on Sep 15, 2026. The full history is shown above.

How much a month is 5242 Carmen Street?

At 20% down on a 6.5% 30-year fixed rate, principal and interest on 5242 Carmen Street, Houston, TX come to about $860 a month. Adding property tax of about $250 brings the estimate to about $1,110 a month. Insurance is not included.

Is 5242 Carmen Street priced above or below the Houston median?

$170,000 is about 47% below the $320,000 median list price across the 10,173 homes for sale in Houston, TX. The comparable homes below run $154,000 to $239,990.