NOT LISTED FOR SALE

28119 Helmsman Knolls Dr Katy, TX 77494

Estimated Value: $501,000 - $541,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,192 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 18, 2022

Current estimated payment $3,703/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Granite Countertops
  • Ray And Jamie Wolman Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard

About This Home

As of May 2022

Stunning Highland 2-story home is filled w/decorator touches. Step inside to find tile & hardwood floors & lots of natural light from scattered windows. Enjoy special occasions in the formal dining room or make it an office. You'll love the spacious family room w/gas stone fireplace & windows overlooking lighted patio. The kitchen has granite countertops, separate pantry, & a charming breakfast area. 1st-floor owner's suite w/spa-like with bay-windows for extended seating area. Owner's bath has dual sinks, & a custom walk-in shower. It's all fun & games upstairs with a game/media room (projector is included), and extra spacious guest bedroom. Great oversized yard with outdoor lighting and firepit...great for family gatherings and/or build your dream backyard. Firethorne is a beautiful community w/friendly neighbors & amazing amenities including pools, parks & playgrounds, and award winning Katy ISD schools. Just minutes from I-10, this home gives you quick access to shopping & dining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Bexley

eXp Realty LLC License #0737183 Listed on: 04/06/2022

eXp Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Zhe He

Sunet Group License #0713349

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,243

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • 9,159 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • West Facing Home
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $67 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 3,192 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Game Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Wolman Elementary School
  • Woodcreek Junior High School
  • Katy High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Firethorne HOA, Phone Number (281) 693-0003
  • Firethorne Sec 7 Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,243

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$67 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2103
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Subdivision Name: Firethorne Sec 7
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 3192.0
  • Dining Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Game Room, Living Room
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Municipal Utility District Disclosure, Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stone, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 800.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Firethorne HOA
  • Phone: 281-693-0003
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: WOLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 30 - Katy
  • High School: KATY HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: WOODCREEK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9243.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2022
Closed on
May 18, 2022
Sold by
Herold Chad S and Herold Sarah B
Bought by
Zhu Zu Xiang and Zhang Tingting
Seller's Agent
Bill Bexley
eXp Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Zhe He
Sunet Group
List Price
$465,000
Current Estimated Value
$529,228

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.04%
Original Mortgage
$292,500
Outstanding Balance
$277,993
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$251,236

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2015
Sold by
Connor Corey O and Connor Allison O
Bought by
Herold Chad S and Herold Sarah B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,812
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2009
Sold by
Highland Homes Houston Ltd
Bought by
Oconnor Corey and Cranford Allison

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,753
Interest Rate
5.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2008
Sold by
Jdc / Firethorne Ltd
Bought by
Herold Chad S and Herold Sarah B
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Zhu Zu Xiang -- Envision Title
Herold Chad S -- None Available
Oconnor Corey -- Old Republic Title Company O
Herold Chad S -- --
Herold Chad S -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Zhu Zu Xiang $292,500
Previous Owner Herold Chad S $279,812
Previous Owner Herold Chad S $211,753
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/18/2022 05/18/22 Sold -- -- --
04/09/2022 04/09/22 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2022 04/06/22 For Sale $465,000 -- $146 / 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 $10,220 $497,553 $81,403 $416,150
2024 $10,220 $507,329 $81,403 $425,926
2023 $9,999 $485,400 $56,925 $428,475
2022 $8,971 $377,320 $1,820 $375,500
2021 $9,243 $343,020 $56,930 $286,090
2020 $8,898 $325,700 $51,750 $273,950
2019 $9,075 $309,670 $48,300 $261,370
2018 $9,002 $304,560 $48,300 $256,260
2017 $9,039 $302,260 $48,300 $253,960
2016 $9,449 $315,970 $48,300 $267,670
2015 $5,291 $297,580 $48,300 $249,280
2014 $4,972 $270,530 $48,300 $222,230
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bill Bexley

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Bill Bexley

    eXp Realty LLC

    (888) 519-7431

    68 Total Sales

    Bill Bexley
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Zhe He

    Sunet Group

    (832) 919-6668

    5 Total Sales

    Zhe He
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 95526702

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 3105-07-001-0550-914

Texas Fort Bend County Katy 77494

28119 Helmsman Knolls Dr, Katy, TX

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