$462,500
SOLD APR 29, 2025
Last list price
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,560 Sq Ft
9,004 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Tennis Courts
  • Deck
  • Granite Countertops
  • Clubhouse
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 12115 Nova Drive, a charming 4-bed, 2.5-bath home in Houston’s Energy Corridor. This 2,560 sq. ft. residence features an open layout filled with natural light, a spacious living area, and a fireplace—perfect for Houston’s unpredictable weather. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinetry. Recent upgrades include French drains, attic pipes redone to prevent freezing, recent interior & exterior paint, updated flooring, updated electrical outlets and switches, and a replaced roof. The HVAC and water heater (2017), double-paned windows, radiant barrier, and blown-in attic insulation improve energy efficiency. Enjoy tennis courts, pickleball courts, a pool, a clubhouse, and a playground just a short walk away. Zoned to top-rated schools. Close to shopping, dining, and major highways—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Monique Nguyen

Real Broker, LLC License #0782394 Listed on: 03/26/2025

Real Broker, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Colt Haack

Coldwell Banker Properties License #0393187

Coldwell Banker Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,428

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 9,004 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $77 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Additional Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Siding
  • Radiant Barrier

Interior Spaces

  • 2,560 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Plank
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Double Vanity
  • Single Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Ventilation

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Ashford/Shadowbriar Elementary School
  • West Briar Middle School
  • Westside High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: water filtration system, car charger

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include clubhouse, recreation facilities
  • South Briar Community Association, Phone Number (713) 466-1204
  • Briar Lake Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,428

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$77 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From I-10, take Exit 753 for Kirkwood Rd and head south for ~3 miles. Turn right on Briar Forest Dr, go 1 mile, then turn left on Nova Dr. Destination is on the left. From Sam Houston Tollway (Beltway 8), exit Briar Forest Dr and head west for ~2 miles. Turn left on Nova Dr, and the destination is on the left.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2067
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: Briar Lake
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern, Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Radiant Attic Barrier, HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Plank, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Tub Shower, Vanity, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 2560.0
  • Dining Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Half Bath
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Exclusions Disclosure
  • Exclusions: water filtration system, car charger
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Cement Siding
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Pool
  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 927.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: South Briar Community Association
  • Phone: 713-466-1204
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Recreation Facilities

Schools

  • Elementary School: ASHFORD/SHADOWBRIAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: WEST BRIAR MIDDLE SCHOOL

Green Features

  • Green Indoor Air Qlty: Ventilation

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8428.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 17, 2021
Closed on
Dec 29, 2021
Sold by
Kasparik Rose M and Kasparik Rose K
Bought by
Nguyen Rosalie and Gulla Arthur J
Seller's Agent
Scott Landreth
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Memorial
Buyer's Agent
Thuylinh Nguyen
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$415,000
Current Estimated Value
$463,374

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%
Original Mortgage
$394,250
Outstanding Balance
$365,571
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$97,803

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2020
Sold by
Kasparik Rose M and Kasparik Rose K
Bought by
Kasparik Rose K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$483,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2014
Sold by
Martinez Herbert and Zhao Min
Bought by
Kasparik Rose M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 1998
Sold by
Kaeteler Barry
Bought by
Martinez Herbert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,900
Interest Rate
7.22%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Vendors Lien -- Old Republic Natl Ttl Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fnc Title Services Llc
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $394,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $483,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $173,600 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $171,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $152,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $87,900 No Value Available
Closed $11,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Sold -- -- --
04/13/2025 04/13/25 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2025 03/26/25 For Sale $462,500 +11.4% $181 / Sq Ft
12/27/2021 12/27/21 Sold -- -- --
11/27/2021 11/27/21 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2021 11/17/21 For Sale $415,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,157 $402,808 $104,424 $298,384
2023 $7,157 $433,001 $104,424 $328,577
2022 $8,893 $403,894 $104,424 $299,470
2021 $8,220 $352,685 $78,318 $274,367
2020 $7,989 $329,897 $78,318 $251,579
2019 $8,145 $321,868 $78,318 $243,550
2018 $2,796 $332,104 $78,318 $253,786
2017 $6,881 $332,104 $78,318 $253,786
2016 $6,255 $332,104 $78,318 $253,786
2015 $2,249 $296,418 $78,318 $218,100
2014 $2,249 $240,282 $78,318 $161,964
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 94422437

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1051970000013