NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1553 Briar Bend Dr Friendswood, TX 77546

Estimated Value: $402,390 - $440,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,295 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 26, 2021

Current estimated payment $2,845/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Home Office
  • C.W. Cline Elementary School Rated A
  • Granite Countertops
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of April 2021

This immaculate Friendswood home is nestled in the gated community of Briar Bend. The entire community has only 24 homes and is enclosed by a 8’ brick fence, this makes for a fantastic private living experience! This home is located on a cul-de-sac and is loaded with many upgrades and features. Walk into the kitchen to find an in-island cook top, Jenn-Aire appliances, granite counter tops, beautiful custom cabinetry and a walk in pantry! Off the kitchen is a small serene courtyard, perfect to enjoy a morning cup of coffee! Polished travertine floors in most common areas and crown molding throughout. The home is equipped with a built in sound system, plantation shutters, gorgeous built in shelving and a built in desk off the breakfast area. HOA takes care of all landscape maintenance in front and back of the home. Located just minutes from Friendswood High School and shopping with easy access to FM528. This is a Friendswood home buyers dream!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Monica Foster

eXp Realty, LLC License #0526821 Listed on: 02/25/2021

eXp Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Alan Stanfield

Stanfield Properties License #0490801

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,927

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 7,719 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $167 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Patio Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,295 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Utility Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Home Security

  • Prewired Security
  • Security Gate
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Schools

  • Westwood Elementary School
  • Friendswood Junior High School
  • Friendswood High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Briar Bend HOA, Phone Number (281) 992-9422
  • Briar Bend 2006 Subdivision

Security

  • Controlled Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,927

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$167 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1772
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Subdivision Name: Briar Bend 2006
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Patio Home
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • UniversalParcelId: urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:48167:1956-0000-0014-000
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Travertine
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Molding, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Pantry, Wired for Sound, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 2295.0
  • Dining Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Study, Utility Room
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Subdivision
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Fence, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Security Gate, Prewired, Controlled Access, 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: Curbs
  • Association Fee: 500.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Briar Bend HOA
  • Phone: 281-992-9422
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FRIENDSWOOD)
  • Junior High Dist: 20 - Friendswood
  • High School: FRIENDSWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: FRIENDSWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7927.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2021
Closed on
Apr 26, 2021
Sold by
Lamb Gary L and Lamb Jacquelyn Lynn
Bought by
Upton Mary Lee
Seller's Agent
Monica Foster
eXp Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Alan Stanfield
Stanfield Properties
List Price
$349,900
Current Estimated Value
$420,598

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.75%
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Outstanding Balance
$205,541
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$215,057

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2013
Sold by
Graham Allen D and Graham Cynthia K
Bought by
Lamb Gary L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2007
Sold by
Gorman Peter
Bought by
Graham Allen D and Graham Cynthia K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Upton Mary Lee -- Envision Title
Lamb Gary L -- None Available
Graham Allen D -- Stewart Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Upton Mary Lee $272,000
Previous Owner Graham Allen D $220,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/26/2021 04/26/21 Sold -- -- --
03/27/2021 03/27/21 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 For Sale $349,900 -- $152 / 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
2025 $5,533 $417,610 $58,050 $359,560
2024 $5,533 $392,420 $58,050 $334,370
2023 $5,533 $414,220 $58,050 $356,170
2022 $9,086 $412,530 $58,050 $354,480
2021 $8,453 $373,960 $58,050 $315,910
2020 $7,927 $329,020 $58,050 $270,970
2019 $7,633 $300,580 $58,050 $242,530
2018 $7,678 $300,580 $58,050 $242,530
2017 $7,806 $300,580 $58,050 $242,530
2016 $7,806 $300,570 $58,050 $242,520
2015 $3,414 $300,570 $58,050 $242,520
2014 $2,952 $250,970 $58,050 $192,920
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Monica Foster

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Monica Foster

    eXp Realty, LLC

    (346) 202-7307

    61 in this area

    2,414 Total Sales

    Monica Foster
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  • Alan Stanfield

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Alan Stanfield

    Stanfield Properties

    (281) 948-9780

    165 in this area

    386 Total Sales

    Alan Stanfield
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12038866

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1956-0000-0014-000

Texas Galveston County Friendswood 77546

1553 Briar Bend Dr, Friendswood, TX

Not Listed for Sale

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