Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Listed
$306,000
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MLS
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Property Description
East End Charm Meets Modern Style! Fall in love with this updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage just minutes from Houston's revitalized East End! Fresh interior and exterior paint give this home a bright, welcoming feel, while the updated kitchen brings style and function together with pretty finishes and tons of storage. Spacious bedrooms mean extra comfort-whether you're working from home, or hosting guests. Outside, the classic cottage curb appeal is the perfect backdrop for your morning coffee or evening wind-down. The beautiful backyard is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. All this, just minutes away from East End's trendy coffee shops, local eateries, vibrant local spots, parks and Downtown Houston. Move-in ready and full of personality-this little gem won't last long!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5537 Lawson St
General
- Price: $306,000
- Taxes: $5,822 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 24196135
- Updated: 1/6/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Programmable Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Patio, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: 4
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Plaza Place
- Driving Directions: From I-45N, take the Telephone Rd exit. Turn right at the light at Telephone and another quick right immediately onto Dismuke. Travel on to Dismuke until you reach Lawson. Turn left onto Lawson. The house will be on your right. From 1-45S, take the Telephone Rd exit. Turn left under Hwy 45 onto Telephone and stay in the far right lane. Once you pass under Hwy 45, veer right onto Dismuke. Continue on Dismuke until you reach Lawson. Turn left onto Lawson. The house will be on your right.
School Information
- Elem School District: 27 - Houston
- Midd School District: 27 - Houston
- High School District: 27 - Houston
- Elementary School: HENDERSON J ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle School: NAVARRO MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- High School: AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,297
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,297 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1939
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1275
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Subdivision
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,822
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LT 21 BLK 4 PLAZA PLACE
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 066-085-004-0021
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston (832) 899-4788, Karen Haysley (713) 416-7338
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Schools
Schools serving 5537 Lawson St
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Henderson J Elementary School 1800 Dismuke Street, Houston, TX 77023 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Navarro Middle 5100 Polk Street, Houston, TX 77023 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Austin High School, Houston, TX 1700 Dumble Street, Houston, TX 77023 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5537 Lawson St
Tax History
Tax History for 5537 Lawson St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,433
-6%
$318,008
22%
2023
$5,774
—
$259,652
-9%
2022
$5,774
5%
$286,591
5%
2022
$5,510
—
$273,077
16%
2021
$5,510
29%
$236,404
—
2020
$4,266
-25%
$236,404
7%
2019
$5,693
4%
$221,390
8%
2018
$5,482
9%
$204,527
9%
2017
$5,032
107%
$188,011
107%
2016
$2,429
9%
$90,688
9%
2015
$2,228
—
$82,975
16%
2015
$2,228
22%
$71,400
—
2013
$1,829
—
$71,487
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5537 Lawson Street, Houston, TX 77023 (MLS# 24196135) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5537 Lawson Street is currently listed for $306,000 and was received on January 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 5537 Lawson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downtown Houston? You can browse all Downtown Houston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.