When was property at 2226 Rainbow Drive built and last sold?

The property at 2226 Rainbow Drive was built in 1946 and last sold on Nov 4, 2020 for $197,100.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 2226 Rainbow Drive is $216,168.

What are some comparable homes to 2226 Rainbow Drive?

There are currently no comparable homes to 2226 Rainbow Drive.

Houston

77023

Lawndale - Wayside

2226 Rainbow Drive

Sold on Sep 14, 2026

Map

$215,000 Last Listed Price

● House - Off Market

2226 Rainbow Drive

Houston, TX 77023

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,152 Ft²

$1,529

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence just minutes from EaDo and Downtown Houston. Thoughtfully updated for peace of mind, this home features a new HVAC system and water heater, updated roof and plumbing, and has no history of flooding. Inside, you'll find a bright, inviting layout designed for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an investor, this property offers value and versatility. The spacious backyard includes a detached dwelling with the potential to be converted into a garage apartment or guest suite, creating an opportunity for additional rental income. Enjoy major updates, a convenient central location, and endless possibilities in one affordable, move-in-ready home.

Unit Size

1,152 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.17 acres

Price per sqft

$187

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$473

HOA Dues

Year Built

1946

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Last updated: 13 days ago (HAR #55611839)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Sep 14, 2026	Sold	Premium
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Aug 7, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jul 21, 2026	Listed by Happen Houston	$215,000
Listed by Happen Houston
Nov 4, 2020	Sold	Premium
Sold
May 23, 2020	Listed by Fathom Realty	$169,000
Listed by Fathom Realty

	Come check out this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom that is mins away from downtown Houston. This renovated home that has new plumbing, new HVAC system, foundation has been repaired and has never been flooded. Home has a clean structural engineering report available.
Mar 20, 2020	Sold	Premium
Sold
Dec 11, 2019	Listed by Fathom Realty	$135,000
Listed by Fathom Realty

	Investor Special/Handyman Special!!!! This home is just a few mins away from I-45 the Leeland Lightrail and a few more mins and downtown and all the pluses of living in Houston. Turn this home into whatever you desire.

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1946

Effective Year Built: 2020
Building Count: 1
Total Rooms: 5
Bedroom Count: 3
Bathroom Count: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 8
Building Condition: 7
Building Quality: 7
Construction Type: 6
Building Style: 1
Exterior Walls Type: 23
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 0
Roof Cover Type: 0
Floor Count: 100
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 0
Parking Space Count: 0
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0
Location Influence Type: 129

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 7,211

Total Building Area: 1,152
Gross Building Area: 1,152
Building Area: 1,152
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 1,152
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 1

Water Service: 2

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: MARLO PLACE
Land Acres: 0000000166
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 1001
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: LT 14 BLK 2 MARLO PLACE

Neighborhood

School District Name: Houston Independent School District

School Tax School District: HOUSTON ISD
Census Tract: 311200

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 5555B

Account Number: 0700430020014
District: 061
Parcel: 070-043-002-0014
Block: 2
Lot: 14
Municipality: CITY OF HOUSTON
Latitude: 29.7141
Longitude: -95.2999

Address

Full Address: 2226 Rainbow Dr

Address - House Number: 2226
Address - Street Name: Rainbow
Address - Suffix Type: Dr
State: TX
City Name: Houston
Carrier Code: C024
4-Digit Zip Code: 4114
Zip Code: 77023

Valuation

Tax

Total Area: 1,213

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Amount: $309,885
Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2019
Tax Rate Code Area: 061

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2333

Valuation Date: Sep 13, 2023
Confidence Score: 67
Final Value: 274,608
High Value: 338,687
Low Value: 210,529

Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $216,004

Market Land Value: $76,266
Market Improvement Value: $139,738

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2022

Assessed Total Value: $216,004
Assessed Land Value: $76,266
Assessed Improvements Value: $139,738

Exemptions

Homeowner Exemption: Yes

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 04, 2020

Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 06, 2020
Current Sale Price:

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Current Sale Document Type: 70
Current Sale Input Document Number: 2020-543344
Previous Sale Recording Date: Mar 24, 2020
Previous Sale Contract Date: Mar 19, 2020
Previous Sale Amount: $157,500
Previous Sale Document Type: 70

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Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$259,900

Sale Price/ft²

$166

Above Asking

1.83%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

1756 ft²

Average Home Age

70.8 years

Currently For Sale

202 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Gustavo A Miquilarena, Happen Houston
Last Updated: 13 days ago
Data Source: HAR , MLS# 55611839

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