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- Outdoor recreation
- Nearby shopping
Location
5115 Balkin St, Houston, TX 77021, USA|OST - South Union
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Amenities for 5115 Balkin St, OST - South Union
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Storage Unit |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
| Yard |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5115 Balkin St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 29% below the median price for 4 bedroom apartments in OST - South Union.
**Our property offers deposit-free leasing using Obligo Billing Authorization Technology (for qualified renters). **UPDATED PHOTOS WILL BE UPLOADED SOON!** Charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located at 5115 Balkin St in Houston’s established OST–South Union area. This property blends classic character with everyday functionality. Conveniently situated just minutes from Old Spanish Trail (OST), Scott Street, and Interstate 45, the home provides easy access to Downtown Houston, the Texas Medical Center, and the University area. Nearby shopping includes Plaza 610 Commons and other retail centers along Cullen Blvd and OST, while major regional destinations such as The Galleria and Memorial City Mall are a short drive away. Outdoor recreation is close by at Hermann Park, home to the Houston Zoo and scenic walking trails, as well as additional neighborhood parks throughout the community. With strong access, nearby amenities, and a spacious lot, this property presents an excellent opportunity for homeowners or investors alike. APPLY NOW! $65 APPLICATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE Processing Fee: $225 Monthly Preferred Tenant Program: $40.95 (Renter's Insurance included) Real Property Management Preferred Phone: (832) 924-7647 | Email: ****
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 5115 Balkin St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | OST - South Union |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 77021 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in OST - South Union
4-bedroom apartments at 5115 Balkin St cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Houston.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
OST - South Union
Houston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,161 |
| April 2024 | $2,126 |
| May 2024 | $2,089 |
| June 2024 | $2,102 |
| July 2024 | $2,103 |
| August 2024 | $2,060 |
| September 2024 | $2,039 |
| October 2024 | $2,028 |
| November 2024 | $2,028 |
| December 2024 | $2,068 |
| January 2025 | $2,082 |
| February 2025 | $2,090 |
| March 2025 | $2,105 |
| April 2025 | $2,197 |
| May 2025 | $2,187 |
| June 2025 | $2,188 |
| July 2025 | $2,175 |
| August 2025 | $2,168 |
| September 2025 | $2,149 |
| October 2025 | $2,161 |
| November 2025 | $2,160 |
| December 2025 | $2,241 |
| January 2026 | $2,250 |
| February 2026 | $2,235 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,496 |
| April 2024 | $1,495 |
| May 2024 | $1,745 |
| June 2024 | $1,631 |
| July 2024 | $1,895 |
| August 2024 | $1,895 |
| September 2024 | $1,837 |
| October 2024 | $1,799 |
| November 2024 | $1,799 |
| January 2025 | $1,721 |
| February 2025 | $1,789 |
| March 2025 | $1,619 |
| April 2025 | $1,612 |
| May 2025 | $1,605 |
| June 2025 | $1,637 |
| July 2025 | $1,740 |
| August 2025 | $1,926 |
| September 2025 | $1,993 |
| October 2025 | $1,983 |
| November 2025 | $2,035 |
| December 2025 | $2,012 |
| January 2026 | $2,107 |
| February 2026 | $2,400 |
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Can I afford to live at 5115 Balkin St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$67,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near 5115 Balkin St
Hartsfield Elementary School
5001 perry st
houston, TX, 77021
PK, K-5Public
C
Community Services
1102 telephone rd
houston, TX, 77023
K-12Public
C+
Ninfa R. Laurenzo Early Childhood Center
205 n delmar
houston, TX, 77011
PK, KPublic
B-
Sheldon Lake Elementary School
13002 sheldon community dr
houston, TX, 77044
1-5Public
C+
Galena Park ISD PEP Child Care Center
1906 2nd st
galena park, TX, 77547
PKPublic
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Getting around Houston near 5115 Balkin St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5115 Balkin St, Houston
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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