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5004 Mellon St, Houston, TX 77098, USA|University Place
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Property Overview
5004 Mellon St offers strong value per square foot and a helpful set of 13 photos for a quick look at the property. The surrounding area also supports an active lifestyle, with nearby transit options, walkable access, a wide range of restaurants, and a mix of age groups in the neighborhood.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 5004 Mellon St, University Place
Features
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Other
| No Cats |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5004 Mellon St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 36% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in University Place.
Discover unique urban living at 5004 Mellon Street! This well-designed 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 926 square feet of distinctive industrial-inspired character. Inside, you’ll find warm hardwood flooring, dramatic black ceilings, modern light fixtures, and comfortable living and dining spaces. The kitchen features butcher-block-style countertops, ample cabinetry, appliances, and a full-size stacked washer and dryer. The private bedroom provides plenty of space, while the bathroom includes a large vanity and tub/shower combination. Conveniently located in Houston’s 77098 area near Upper Kirby, Montrose, Greenway Plaza, popular dining, shopping, entertainment, and major roadways.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5004 Mellon St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 111 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.2 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | University Place |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 77098 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in University Place
1-bedroom apartments at 5004 Mellon St cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Houston.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
University Place
Houston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,237 |
| November 2024 | $1,235 |
| December 2024 | $1,271 |
| January 2025 | $1,276 |
| February 2025 | $1,255 |
| March 2025 | $1,242 |
| April 2025 | $1,239 |
| May 2025 | $1,243 |
| June 2025 | $1,283 |
| July 2025 | $1,247 |
| August 2025 | $1,238 |
| September 2025 | $1,239 |
| October 2025 | $1,222 |
| November 2025 | $1,205 |
| December 2025 | $1,206 |
| January 2026 | $1,211 |
| February 2026 | $1,255 |
| March 2026 | $1,101 |
| April 2026 | $1,137 |
| May 2026 | $1,118 |
| June 2026 | $1,101 |
| July 2026 | $1,053 |
| August 2026 | $1,065 |
| September 2026 | $1,088 |
| October 2026 | $1,100 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,825 |
| November 2024 | $1,913 |
| December 2024 | $1,935 |
| January 2025 | $1,935 |
| February 2025 | $1,935 |
| March 2025 | $1,935 |
| April 2025 | $1,935 |
| May 2025 | $1,935 |
| June 2025 | $1,935 |
| July 2025 | $2,137 |
| August 2025 | $2,297 |
| September 2025 | $2,242 |
| October 2025 | $2,283 |
| November 2025 | $2,216 |
| December 2025 | $2,212 |
| January 2026 | $2,130 |
| February 2026 | $2,118 |
| March 2026 | $2,274 |
| April 2026 | $2,336 |
| May 2026 | $2,495 |
| June 2026 | $2,534 |
| July 2026 | $2,435 |
| August 2026 | $2,067 |
| September 2026 | $2,228 |
| October 2026 | $2,271 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5004 Mellon St
Poe Elementary School
5100 hazard st
houston, TX, 77098
PK, K-5Public
A-
Sheldon Lake Elementary School
13002 sheldon community dr
houston, TX, 77044
1-5Public
C+
Gabriela Mistral Center For Early Childhood
6203 jessamine
houston, TX, 77081
PK, KPublic
B
Community Services
1102 telephone rd
houston, TX, 77023
K-12Public
C+
Soar Center
4400 w 18th st
houston, TX, 77027
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
University Place | Houston, TX
Getting around Houston near 5004 Mellon St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5004 Mellon St, Houston
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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