Price Undisclosed
SOLD APR 15, 2025

3201 University Blvd Houston, TX 77005

4 Beds
5 Baths
7,000 Sq Ft
0.41 Acres

Recently Sold

$479 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Tennis Courts
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Dual Staircase
  • West University Elementary School Rated A-
  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of April 2025

Featured on TMZ, CNN, New York Times, this internationally renowned iconic property that has the internet viral is the epitome for entertainment. The 7k SF home sits on an enormous 18k SF prime corner lot in the heart of West University, recognized as one of the most prestigious subdivisions in the US. Walk 1/2 mi to Rice Village restaurants, West U Elementary, Rice University, and Tx Med Center! Tucked behind majestic oaks the infamously dubbed "Darth Vader House" sits mysteriously lurking in its striking dark slate and aluminum clad armor. The bright open interior greets you with 2 grand modern floating glass staircases with floor to soaring ceiling windows which line the entire rear of the home flooding the interior with natural light. 4 car garage, led lit wine wall, 2 ice makers, 72" sub zero fridge, wet bar, 5 security cameras, Loxone smart lighting throughout, pool/hot tub.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Junkin

Bravado Realty License #0647510 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Hardy Pollard

Nan & Company Properties License #0749684

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $78,885

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Dual Staircase
  • Wired For Sound
  • Dry Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Window Treatments
  • Security System Owned
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Concrete
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Full Bathrooms
  • Bidet

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Balcony

Schools

  • West University Elementary School
  • Pershing Middle School
  • Lamar High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

Overview

  • West University Place Sec 01 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$78,885

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Directions: 59 to South on Buffalo Speedway. At corner of Buffalo Speedway and University.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4132
  • Subdivision Name: West University Place Sec 01
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two, Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Ice Maker, Refrigerator
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Slate, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Bidet, Balcony, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Hot Tub/Spa, Multiple Staircases, Wired for Sound, Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 7000.0
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Owner Is Listing Agent, Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Fully Fenced, Fence, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Private Yard, Tennis Court(s)
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Oversized

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Prewired, Security System Owned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Pool

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2025
Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Dv1 Llc
Bought by
Black Bull House Llc
Seller's Agent
Jason Junkin
Bravado Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hardy Pollard
Nan & Company Properties
List Price
$3,350,000
Sold Price
$3,350,000
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$3,562,929

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$212,929
Avg. Annual Appreciation
32.33%
Original Mortgage
$2,900,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,900,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$662,929

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2021
Closed on
Nov 19, 2021
Sold by
Cukier Jean
Bought by
Junkin Jason and Grant John
Seller's Agent
Wade Knight
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jason Junkin
Bravado Realty
List Price
$4,300,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500,000
-34.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2010
Sold by
Cukier Sandra
Bought by
Cukier Md Jean
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 -- Houston Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Deed -- Charter Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,900,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $4,982,625 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $500,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $450,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Sold -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $3,350,000 0.0% $479 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Rented $15,000 0.0% --
02/09/2025 02/09/25 For Rent $15,000 +50.0% --
04/01/2023 04/01/23 Rented $10,000 -23.1% --
01/27/2023 01/27/23 For Rent $13,000 0.0% --
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Sold -- -- --
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2021 05/26/21 For Sale $4,300,000 -- $611 / 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 $78,885 $4,346,037 $2,088,000 $2,258,037
2023 $78,885 $4,381,817 $2,088,000 $2,293,817
2022 $54,478 $2,800,000 $1,944,000 $856,000
2021 $66,863 $3,248,353 $1,800,000 $1,448,353
2020 $64,886 $3,000,000 $1,800,000 $1,200,000
2019 $66,142 $2,928,000 $1,728,000 $1,200,000
2018 $45,402 $2,670,000 $1,440,000 $1,230,000
2017 $60,314 $2,670,000 $1,440,000 $1,230,000
2016 $60,133 $2,670,000 $1,440,000 $1,230,000
2015 $42,151 $2,670,000 $1,440,000 $1,230,000
2014 $42,151 $2,398,000 $1,152,000 $1,246,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 39656729

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0393120000007