$1,110,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025
Last list price
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,940 Sq Ft
6,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$378 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gunite Pool
  • Garage Apartment
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Poe Elementary School Rated A-
  • 0.14 Acre Lot
  • 1-minute walk to Ervan Chew Dog Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Tucked away on a quiet street with minimal thru traffic, this Inner Loop Mid-Century Home with Guest House & Pool makes for a total of 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths. Gorgeous original hardwood floors, an open layout, and spacious kitchen with a large island - perfect for entertaining,. Screened-in patio and waterfall pool extend enjoyment & offer a serene retreat. The spa-inspired primary bath features a classic clawfoot tub. The detached guest house (2011) includes a full-sized kitchen, full bath, and separate laundry—ideal for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. Enjoy the peaceful setting between two nearby parks and a charming community herb garden. All just minutes from Rice University, the Med Center, Museum District, and River Oaks shopping. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a timeless design with modern comforts. Call today for an in-person tour, this gem won’t last on the market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lia Nguyen

Lighthouse Realty LLC License #0688553 Listed on: 05/01/2025

Co-Listed By

Shelly Tran

Lighthouse Realty LLC License #0812780

Last Buyer's Agent

Eva Wells

Realty Associates License #0588548

Realty Associates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,242

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 120
  • North Facing Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Siding
  • Radiant Barrier

Interior Spaces

  • 2,940 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Game Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers
  • Disposal
  • Pot Filler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Garage Apartment
  • Converted Garage

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Gunite Pool
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

  • Poe Elementary School
  • Lanier Middle School
  • Lamar High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • Castle Court Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,242

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: From west Houston: I-69/US-59 N Take exit 126B Banks St and Dunlavy St to Norfolk St
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1377
  • Lot Size: 50 x 120
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Co List Office Mls Id: LIAN01
  • Co List Office Phone: 832-314-8801
  • Subdivision Name: Castle Court
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Radiant Attic Barrier, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat, Water Heater
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Outside
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Pot Filler, Self-closing Drawers, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room, Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 2940.0
  • Dining Room Type: Game Room, Guest Quarters, Living Room, Sunroom, Utility Room, Half Bath
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Features: Gunite
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Enclosed Porch, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Garage Apartment
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, None

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Security Gate
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 17242.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Witt Benjamin and Codrutza Teodora
Bought by
Blackburn Kelsie Florence and Blackburn Cullin Jay
Seller's Agent
Lia Nguyen
Lighthouse Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Eva Wells
Realty Associates
List Price
$1,110,000
Views
6
Current Estimated Value
$1,109,877

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.03%
Original Mortgage
$888,000
Outstanding Balance
$886,427
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,450

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2015
Sold by
Murphy Kenneth E and Murphy Susan H
Bought by
Witt Benjamin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$948,328
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2013
Sold by
Wheat Susanne Stiles
Bought by
Murphy Kenneth E and Murphy Susan H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$637,600
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2013
Sold by
Wheat William Spencer
Bought by
Wheat Susanne Stiles

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2011
Sold by
Langley Diana Gabrielle and Hall Frederick Alexander
Bought by
Wheat William Spencer and Wheat Susanne Stiles

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$349,125
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 1995
Sold by
Powell Mary Ella
Bought by
Hall Gaye Irving

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
7.4%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Chicago Title
Vendors Lien -- Commonwealth Title Of Housto
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Vendors Lien -- Alamo Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Houston Title Company 104
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $888,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $948,328 VA
Previous Owner $637,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $349,125 New Conventional
Previous Owner $103,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $115,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $1,110,000 0.0% $378 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $1,110,000 0.0% $378 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Rented $6,500 -13.3% --
07/11/2021 07/11/21 Under Contract -- -- --
07/06/2021 07/06/21 For Rent $7,500 -- --
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 $18,096 $864,868 $480,000 $384,868
2023 $18,096 $864,868 $480,000 $384,868
2022 $16,164 $734,083 $480,000 $254,083
2021 $17,242 $739,800 $480,000 $259,800
2020 $17,044 $703,852 $480,000 $223,852
2019 $17,207 $680,000 $480,000 $200,000
2018 $16,595 $655,800 $420,000 $235,800
2017 $17,415 $656,300 $420,000 $236,300
2016 $17,504 $659,635 $420,000 $239,635
2015 $11,267 $639,900 $390,000 $249,900
2014 $11,267 $553,724 $300,000 $253,724
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 47055565

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0392240040005