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$454,950

5251 Birdwood Rd

Houston, TX
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,454
Square Feet
0.23
Lot Size (acres)
1961
Year Built
184
Days On Market

Welcome to 5251 Birdwood Road an impressive 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in one of Houston's most beloved inner-loop communities. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this spacious residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool, perfect for Houston's warm seasons. The home's generous bedroom count and well-appointed bathrooms provide ample space for families of all sizes, while the updated finishes throughout reflect modern tastes without sacrificing warmth or character. Situated just minutes from the Galleria, the Texas Medical Center, and Downtown Houston, this established neighborhood offers unmatched convenience with a true community feel. Tree-lined streets, proximity to Brays Bayou hike-and-bike trails, top-rated private and public schools, and easy access to 610 and 59 make Meyerland one of Houston's most sought-after zip codes.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 hours ago
Listed By
William Wiard · The Shop Real Estate Co, 7275937777
MLS#
21106606
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
5251 Birdwood Rd, Houston, TX 77096
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
Meyerland Sec 06
Zip Code
77096

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Stories
1
Year Built
1961
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
2,454 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached

Features & Amenities

Cooling
Electric
Heating
Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.23 Acres
Lot Features
Other
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
2,454 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$454,950
Annual Taxes
$12,964
Association Fee
$581 (paid Annually)

Schools

76/100
Lovett Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
689
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
33% White · 26% Black · 26% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
35%
Phone
(713) 295-5258
74/100
Meyerland Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,122
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
53% Hispanic / Latino · 25% Black · 17% White
Free/reduced lunch
59%
Phone
(713) 726-3616
66/100
Bellaire High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.8 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Bellaire
Students
3,487
Parent reviews
3.7★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 21% White · 20% Black
Free/reduced lunch
48%
Phone
(713) 295-3704
100/100
Parker Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
830
Student body
45% Hispanic / Latino · 25% White · 23% Black
Free/reduced lunch
53%
Phone
(713) 726-3634
77/100
Herod Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
811
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 10 reviews
Student body
40% Hispanic / Latino · 25% Black · 23% White
Free/reduced lunch
49%
Phone
(713) 778-3315
68/100
Energized For Excellence Academy Inc Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Houston
Students
589
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
93% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black · 1% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
98%
Phone
(713) 773-3600
62/100
Harmony School Of Science-Houston
Grades M–M · 0.4 mi
City
Houston
Students
327
Student–teacher
10.3
Student body
46% Hispanic / Latino · 45% Black · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
88%
Phone
(713) 729-4400
56/100
Energized For Excellence Academy Ecc
Grades PK–PK · 1.4 mi
City
Houston
Students
246
Student body
68% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Black · 2% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
97%
Phone
(281) 779-4412

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/12/2026Price change$454,950
05/12/2026Listed for sale$484,950

Listed by William Wiard · The Shop Real Estate Co · 7275937777

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 12, 2026 at 8:43 PM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 21106606

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