$625,000
SOLD MAY 29, 2025
Last list price

The Lamar Tower 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit 1808 Houston, TX 77098

River Oaks Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,762 Sq Ft
$1,974/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$355 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Granite Countertops
  • Poe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of May 2025

Enjoy a lock & leave lifestyle in this spacious, single level residence in The Lamar Tower high-rise. The highly desirable floorplan offers open-concept living and dining, plus two generously-sized bedrooms on opposite ends with en-suite bathrooms and large walk-in closets. Notable features include: recently installed wood-like tile flooring, updated primary bathroom with walk-in shower, quartz top vanities, new utility room, storage closet, electric shades in bedrooms, custom built wall units, and a galley kitchen with richly veined granite counters and stainless appliances. Situated on the 18th floor facing South, the expansive balcony offers fantastic views of the Medical Center & Greenway Plaza. Centrally located in Upper Kirby and River Oaks area with close proximity to the Medical Center, restaurants, and retail. Take advantage of full-service amenities: 24/7 concierge, valet, porters, onsite management, maintenance department, party room, gym, outdoor grills, pool, & dog park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Jacaman

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #0694368 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Marcia Alexander

Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty License #0512475

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Mousa

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston License #0216967

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • Home Has East or West Exposure
  • North Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $1,974 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 18th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,762 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Utility Room
  • Home Gym
  • Tile Flooring
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Additional Parking
  • Controlled Entrance

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Exposure or Shade
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area insurance, cable TV, electricity, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, recreation facilities, sewer, trash, utilities, valet, water
  • Lamar Council Of Co Owners Association
  • Lamar Tower Condos
  • Lamar Tower Subdivision

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Valet Parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Dog Park

Pet Policy

  • The building has rules on how big a pet can be within a unit

Security

  • Card or Code Access
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,957

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,974 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: From HWY 59 & Buffalo Speedway, go North on Buffalo Speedway. Building is at Northeast corner of W. Alabama & Buffalo Speedway. Complementary Valet Parking. Sign in with Concierge at Front Lobby.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
  • Co List Office Mls Id: TRNR01
  • Co List Office Phone: 713-520-1981
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: Lamar Tower
  • Entry Level: 18
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Exposure/Shade
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Granite Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Self-closing Drawers, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 1762.0
  • Dining Room Type: Dining Room, Entry/Foyer, Living Room, Utility Room, Exercise Room
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Special Addendum, Seller Disclosure
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Southern Exposure
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace

Garage/Parking

  • Park Building Name: LAMAR TOWER
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Assigned, Controlled Entrance, Underground, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Valet
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Door Man, Intercom, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Pool, Clubhouse, Curbs, Elevator, Gutter(s)
  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Park, Pool, Trash
  • Association Fee: 1974.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Lamar Council of Co-Owners
  • Pets Allowed: Pet Restrictions

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Insurance, Cable TV, Electricity, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Utilities, Valet, Water

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: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6957.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Herrscher Stephanie F
Bought by
Goolsby Wyatt Spencer
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Jacaman
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Judy Mousa
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
List Price
$625,000
Views
15
Current Estimated Value
$590,153

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-19.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2022
Sold by
Herrscher Barton R
Bought by
Herrscher Stephanie F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2012
Sold by
Herrscher Barton R and Herrscher Stephanie F
Bought by
Smith Stuart L and Smith Jane R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2012
Sold by
Vanblack Barbara A
Bought by
Herrscher Barton R and Herrscher Stephanie F

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
4.04%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Chicago Title
Special Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- Charter Title Co
Vendors Lien -- Charter Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $220,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Sold -- -- --
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $625,000 -- $355 / 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 $378 $438,048 $83,229 $354,819
2024 $378 $332,498 $63,175 $269,323
2023 $378 $363,775 $69,117 $294,658
2022 $8,745 $397,180 $75,464 $321,716
2021 $9,257 $397,180 $75,464 $321,716
2020 $9,618 $397,180 $79,550 $317,630
2019 $10,489 $414,500 $78,755 $335,745
2018 $3,763 $386,590 $73,452 $313,138
2017 $8,755 $416,600 $79,154 $337,446
2016 $7,959 $360,081 $68,415 $291,666
2015 $3,158 $360,081 $68,415 $291,666
2014 $3,158 $342,109 $65,001 $277,108
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jennifer Jacaman

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate

    (713) 520-1981

    15 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Jennifer Jacaman
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Marcia Alexander

    Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Judy Mousa

    Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

    (832) 858-0105

    8 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Judy Mousa
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About The Lamar Tower

Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 87411876

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1145270180008

Texas Harris County Houston 77098 River Oaks

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit 1808, Houston, TX

This home is located at 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit 1808, Houston, TX 77098 and is currently estimated at $625,000, approximately $354 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit 1808 is a home located in Harris County with nearby schools including Poe Elementary School, Lanier Middle School, and Lamar High School.

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