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$2,699,000

6535 Buffalo Speedway

Houston, TX
Pending
5
Bedrooms
5.5
Bathrooms
8,312
Square Feet
0.46
Lot Size (acres)
1984
Year Built
248
Days On Market

Exceptional opportunity to own an architectural estate sitting on a rare 20,000 SF lot in West U, one of the largest & most coveted! Competitively offered at lot value & being sold as-is, this gated Spanish-Mediterranean estate offers endless possibilities with rich architectural character. Solidly constructed with concrete, steel, & brick, the home showcases soaring ceilings, onyx flooring, carved mahogany, skylights, & stained glass. Layout includes a luxurious primary suite with private balcony, first-floor in-law suite, 4 upstairs bedrooms, a dance room, wood-paneled office, multiple flex rooms, plus a hidden safe room. Over $675K in updates: guest bath with amazonite & onyx, tiled balconies & walkways, remodeled utility room with new appliances, meditation room, & more! Fully enclosed grounds include approx. 400 SF of addtl. guest quarters with bath, kitchenette, & HVAC. Whether you build new or enjoy as-is, this is a rare chance to own premier West U land at an exceptional value.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
10/05/2026
Listed By
Sonia Maredia · Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston, 8328994788
MLS#
40249274
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Pending

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
6535 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX 77005
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
West University Place Sec 01
Zip Code
77005

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5.5
Stories
2
Year Built
1984
Style
Mediterranean, Spanish
Construction Materials
Stone, Other
Building Area
8,312 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Oversized, Detached, Additional Parking

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Crown Molding, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Disposal, Cooktop, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop
Flooring
Vinyl, Marble, Stone
Exterior Features
Balcony
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio
Community Features
Tennis Court(s)
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
Heating
Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.46 Acres
Lot Features
Back Yard, Subdivided
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
8,312 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$2,699,000
Annual Taxes
$49,867

Schools

54/100
West University Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.6 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,141
Parent reviews
2.3★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
60% White · 19% Asian · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
4%
Phone
(713) 295-5215
65/100
Pershing Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,785
Parent reviews
3.7★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
38% Hispanic / Latino · 34% Black · 19% White
Free/reduced lunch
50%
Phone
(713) 295-5240
79/100
Kolter Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Bellaire
Students
642
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
47% White · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 13% Black
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(713) 726-3630
74/100
Longfellow Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.6 mi
City
Houston
Students
576
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
64% Black · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
86%
Phone
(713) 295-5268
68/100
Debakey H S For Health Prof
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
891
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
36% Hispanic / Latino · 33% Asian · 16% Black
Free/reduced lunch
44%
Phone
(713) 741-2410
62/100
Shriners Hospitals For Children
Grades M–M · 1.3 mi
City
Houston
Students
3
Student–teacher
10.7
Student body
100% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(512) 633-0795
58/100
Twain Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1 mi
City
Houston
Students
875
Student body
45% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 18% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
16%
Phone
(713) 295-5230
57/100
Poe Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
866
Student body
39% White · 34% Hispanic / Latino · 12% Black
Free/reduced lunch
26%
Phone
(713) 535-3780

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
03/24/2026Price change$2,699,000
03/10/2026Listed for sale$2,750,000

Listed by Sonia Maredia · Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston · 8328994788

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: October 5, 2026 at 7:13 PM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 40249274

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