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$2,699,000

6535 Buffalo Speedway

Houston, TX
Active
5
Bedrooms
5.5
Bathrooms
8,312
Square Feet
0.46
Lot Size (acres)
1984
Year Built
192
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
7 days ago
Listed By
Sonia Maredia · Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston, 8328994788
MLS#
40249274
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

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

55/100
West University Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.6 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,266
Parent reviews
2.3★ avg · 3 reviews
Student body
66% White · 18% Asian · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(713) 295-5215
64/100
Pershing Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,638
Parent reviews
3.7★ avg · 3 reviews
Student body
35% Hispanic / Latino · 34% Black · 21% White
Free/reduced lunch
44%
Phone
(713) 295-5240
100/100
Poe Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
771
Student body
38% Hispanic / Latino · 34% White · 15% Black
Free/reduced lunch
36%
Phone
(713) 535-3780
78/100
Kolter Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Bellaire
Students
660
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
46% White · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Black
Free/reduced lunch
26%
Phone
(713) 726-3630
76/100
Longfellow Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.6 mi
City
Houston
Students
670
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 3 reviews
Student body
59% Black · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
67%
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 · 1 review
Student body
35% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Asian · 17% Black
Free/reduced lunch
46%
Phone
(713) 741-2410
58/100
Rice School /La Escuela Rice
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
1,149
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
50% Hispanic / Latino · 41% Black · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
67%
Phone
(713) 349-1800
58/100
Twain Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1 mi
City
Houston
Students
960
Student body
48% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 19% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
11%
Phone
(713) 295-5230

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: September 11, 2026 at 12:28 AM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 40249274

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