Seller's Agent in 2020
WHITNEY P
Legacy South Realty, LLC
(832) 621-6206
3 in this area
68 Total Sales
1478 Garden Lakes Dr Friendswood, TX 77546
Estimated Value: $405,000 - $490,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,626
Sq Ft
$172/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- C.W. Cline Elementary School Rated A
- Marble Countertops
- Community Pool
About This Home
As of October 2020Check out this beautiful two story home located in the well-desired, gated subdivision of Friendswood Lakes! Conveniently located near shopping, easy access to I-45, & Friendswood ISD! This home features an open-concept, high ceilings & nice updates! Recently updated laminate flooring throughout the majority of the downstairs, newly installed carpet in all bedrooms, & fresh paint throughout are just a few updates this homes has to offer! The kitchen is open to the breakfast area & living room. It also offers a breakfast bar for additional seating. The master bedroom is located on the 1st floor & the other 3 bedrooms are on the second floor. The master bathroom has a large vanity with double sinks & 2 walk-in closets! The 4th bedroom is large, approx 17X10 & could be utilized as a media room, if desired! Enjoy all of the amenities this community has to offer, including fishing a stocked pond, swimming pool, & tennis court! Welcome Home...1478 Garden Lakes Drive
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Legacy South Realty, LLC License #0596411 Listed on: 09/08/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,087
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 8,206 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
- $63 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,626 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Marble Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Single Vanity
- Dual Sinks
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Schools
- Cline Elementary School
- Friendswood Junior High School
- Friendswood High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
Overview
- Friendswood Lakes Lpi Association, Phone Number (281) 947-8675
- Friendswood Lakes Garden Homes Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 8, 2020
Closed on
Oct 22, 2020
Sold by
Smith Jason and Smith Krystle
Bought by
Mora Mercedes and Guerra Rogelio
Seller's Agent
WHITNEY P
Legacy South Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Hurst
KJ Platinum Properties LLC
List Price
$325,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.65%
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Outstanding Balance
$135,289
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$315,516
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2013
Sold by
Halvorsen Jon
Bought by
Smith Jason and Smith Krystle
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$196,000
Interest Rate
4.61%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2011
Sold by
Weaver Richard
Bought by
Halvorsen Jon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,050
Interest Rate
4.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2006
Sold by
Encarnacion Karen R and Encarnacion Arthur G
Bought by
Weaver Richard
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,300
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2004
Sold by
D R Horton Texas Ltd
Bought by
Encarnacion Arthur G and Encarnacion Karen R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mora Mercedes | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Smith Jason | -- | Chicago Title Friendswood | |
| Halvorsen Jon | -- | South Land Title Llc | |
| Weaver Richard | -- | Stewart Title Company | |
| Encarnacion Arthur G | -- | Travis Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mora Mercedes | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Jason | $196,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Halvorsen Jon | $246,050 | |
| Previous Owner | Weaver Richard | $104,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Encarnacion Arthur G | $190,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/29/2025 09/29/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2020 10/23/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2020 09/23/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2020 09/08/20 | For Sale | $325,000 | -- | $124 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,939 | $397,000 | $47,480 | $349,520 |
| 2024 | $7,939 | $397,000 | $47,480 | $349,520 |
| 2023 | $7,939 | $351,440 | $47,480 | $303,960 |
| 2022 | $7,758 | $352,210 | $47,480 | $304,730 |
| 2021 | $8,245 | $353,000 | $47,480 | $305,520 |
| 2020 | $7,337 | $304,550 | $47,480 | $257,070 |
| 2019 | $7,470 | $294,170 | $47,480 | $246,690 |
| 2018 | $7,514 | $294,170 | $47,480 | $246,690 |
| 2017 | $7,640 | $294,170 | $47,480 | $246,690 |
| 2016 | $7,018 | $270,240 | $47,480 | $222,760 |
| 2015 | $2,388 | $270,240 | $47,480 | $222,760 |
| 2014 | $2,249 | $248,440 | $47,480 | $200,960 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
WHITNEY P
-
Jennifer Hurst
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Jennifer Hurst
KJ Platinum Properties LLC
(832) 282-6396
17 in this area
190 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 78692920
APN: 3488-0002-0004-000
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