$199,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2025
Last list price

1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 215 Houston, TX 77019

Montrose Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
798 Sq Ft
$425/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$249 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • 343,758 Sq Ft lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Baker Montessori Rated A-
  • Views to the West
  • Quartz Countertops

About This Home

As of August 2025

Lock & Leave Living in River Oaks!

Welcome to 1601 S. Shepherd #215 — a beautifully maintained 1-bedroom condo in the gated River Oaks Gardens community. This serene 8-acre retreat offers lush landscaping, resort-style amenities, and walkability to the River Oaks Shopping District. Whether you're grabbing coffee, seeing a film at the historic theater, or enjoying the nearby Buffalo Bayou trails, this home puts it all within reach.

Property Highlights:

Spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in gated community

Light-filled living area with wood-burning fireplace

Private balcony overlooking landscaped grounds

New LG refrigerator (never used) - all appliances included

In-unit washer & dryer

Assigned covered parking

24/7 courtesy guards + valet trash pickup 3x/week

Resort-style pool

Walkable to dining, shops, gym, salons, and groceries

Easy access to Buffalo Bayou trails and bus lines

Secure, stylish, and steps from it all — enjoy city living at its best.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Brandon

Boulevard Realty License #0771718 Listed on: 07/07/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Tillman

Redfin Corporation License #0772192

Redfin Corporation

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,977

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 798 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Views to the West
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • Assigned Parking

Schools

  • Baker Montessori Elementary School
  • Lanier Middle School
  • Lamar High School

Additional Features

  • West Facing Home
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, sewer, trash, water
  • Creative Management Association
  • River Oaks Gardens Condo Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,977

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: Directions- Interstate 59 to South Shepherd exit, turn North to Peden Street, turn right. Complex on immediate right. Park outside fence by Gate 1. Guard will let you in. Must sign in at guard office.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Subdivision Name: River Oaks Gardens Condo
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Quartz Counters, Tub Shower
  • Living Area: 798.0
  • Dining Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Living Room
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure, Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: West
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Assigned, None

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Stacked
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Pool
  • Amenities: Gated, Guard
  • Association Fee: 425.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Creative Management

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Sewer, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Middle Or Junior School: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3977.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2025
Closed on
Jul 31, 2025
Sold by
Black Catherine and Morrison Penelope E
Bought by
Chang Fred
Seller's Agent
Tracy Brandon
Boulevard Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Tillman
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$199,000
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
256.65%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $65,500 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold -- -- --
07/13/2025 07/13/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $199,000 -- $249 / 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 $3,977 $190,067 $36,113 $153,954
2023 $3,977 $199,227 $37,853 $161,374
2022 $3,890 $176,673 $33,568 $143,105
2021 $4,016 $172,313 $32,739 $139,574
2020 $4,636 $191,455 $36,376 $155,079
2019 $4,845 $191,455 $36,376 $155,079
2018 $485 $182,650 $34,704 $147,946
2017 $4,703 $182,650 $34,704 $147,946
2016 $4,275 $175,461 $33,338 $142,123
2015 $759 $175,461 $33,338 $142,123
2014 $759 $149,338 $28,374 $120,964
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 75493152

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1141710170005