Deputies were called to the 1600 block of Dan Street near Lyons Avenue at about 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Police said at least one vehicle involved in a disturbance at a nearby convenience store drove to the home and opened fire. Sgt. Duran said bullets entered through the home's front door and the walls.
There was one other person inside the home, Duran said. The woman was taken to the hospital and is expected to survive.
Houston police are still investigating the scene.