1840 Norfolk St Houston, TX 77098
Montrose NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,553/month
Highlights
- Garage Apartment
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- French Provincial Architecture
- Poe Elementary School Rated A-
- 0.16 Acre Lot
- 5-minute walk to Ervan Chew Dog Park
About This Home
Welcome to this charming French-inspired home where character and flexibility come together. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, the home offers hardwood floors, crown molding, a dedicated home office/study, and two primary suites that provide versatile living options. The dramatic two-story breakfast room overlooks the backyard and fills the space with natural light. A gated drive adds convenience and ample parking, and peaceful outdoor setting between the main residence and the detached 705 SF guest house/apartment. Ideal for guests, extended family, a private workspace, or creative studio, the guest house adds exceptional versatility. Full of charm and unique architectural details, this one-of-a-kind property offers additional living space and lots of possibilities.
Listing Agent
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty License #0355586 Listed on: 09/11/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,416
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 6,875 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 126x55
- South Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced and Side Yard
Home Design
- French Provincial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,286 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wired For Sound
- Crown Molding
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Double Master Bedroom
- Guest Quarters
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Single Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
- Hollywood Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 2 Attached Carport Spaces
- Garage Apartment
- Electric Gate
- Additional Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Exposure or Shade
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Poe Elementary School
- Lanier Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Richwood Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $17,986 | $846,291 | $579,375 | $266,916 |
| 2024 | $19,358 | $925,169 | $515,000 | $410,169 |
| 2023 | $19,358 | $1,089,682 | $515,000 | $574,682 |
| 2022 | $20,094 | $912,567 | $515,000 | $397,567 |
| 2021 | $18,153 | $778,865 | $515,000 | $263,865 |
| 2020 | $18,695 | $772,000 | $515,000 | $257,000 |
| 2019 | $17,166 | $678,372 | $515,000 | $163,372 |
| 2018 | $18,533 | $732,400 | $426,563 | $305,837 |
| 2017 | $19,435 | $732,400 | $426,563 | $305,837 |
| 2016 | $20,538 | $773,983 | $426,563 | $347,420 |
| 2015 | $16,614 | $778,175 | $393,750 | $384,425 |
| 2014 | $16,614 | $646,315 | $275,625 | $370,690 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2026 09/11/26 | For Sale | $739,900 | 0.0% | $287 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Off Market | $2,650 | -- | -- |
| 08/18/2024 08/18/24 | Off Market | $2,650 | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2024 06/13/24 | Rented | $2,850 | -1.7% | -- |
| 06/09/2024 06/09/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | For Rent | $2,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/23/2022 05/23/22 | Rented | $2,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/02/2022 05/02/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2022 04/13/22 | For Rent | $2,900 | +3.6% | -- |
| 09/01/2021 09/01/21 | Rented | $2,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/02/2021 08/02/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2021 07/26/21 | For Rent | $2,800 | +5.7% | -- |
| 08/01/2020 08/01/20 | Rented | $2,650 | -5.4% | -- |
| 07/02/2020 07/02/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2020 06/20/20 | For Rent | $2,800 | +5.7% | -- |
| 08/04/2019 08/04/19 | Rented | $2,650 | -5.4% | -- |
| 07/05/2019 07/05/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/24/2019 05/24/19 | For Rent | $2,800 | +7.7% | -- |
| 04/05/2018 04/05/18 | Rented | $2,600 | -10.3% | -- |
| 03/06/2018 03/06/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2017 10/07/17 | For Rent | $2,900 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Startex Title | |
| Vendors Lien | -- | American Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $324,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | No Value Available |
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