Last list price
3932 Swarthmore St Houston, TX 77005
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,440
Sq Ft
5,700
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- Garage Apartment
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- West University Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Huffington Park
About This Home
As of December 2024Traditional brick home located just one block from West U Elementary. This desirable home boasts a fabulous kitchen with Wolf appliances, hardwood floors throughout, double-pane windows, elegant millwork, and plantation shutters. The spacious breakfast room, featuring a built-in desk, opens to the oversized den. Upstairs, the large primary bedroom offers a gambrel ceiling, three closets, and a spa-like bath with a soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms each have marble baths. The garage apartment includes a full bath and a large living area. Located in the "Heart of West U," this home is close to all the city’s amenities.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty License #0600930 Listed on: 10/25/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,021
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 5,700 Sq Ft Lot
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- South Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Apartment
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,440 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Dry Bar
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Security Gate
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Exposure or Shade
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Tennis Courts
- Deck
- Patio
- Mosquito Control System
Schools
- West University Elementary School
- Pershing Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Built by Richmark Homes
- Collegeview Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: All Curtains
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Dec 2, 2024
Sold by
Bergh Eric P and Bergh Rebecca E
Bought by
Liao Jeffrey and Eide Kristen
Seller's Agent
Kelly Law
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sally Kmiecik
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,525,000
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,311,719
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$409,587
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2022
Closed on
Mar 28, 2022
Sold by
Mcginnis Michael A
Bought by
Harris County
Seller's Agent
Michele Scheffer
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Law
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,349,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2002
Sold by
Wilson Juanita M
Bought by
Mcginnis Michael A and Mcginnis Donna P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$554,000
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 19, 1997
Sold by
Richmark Homes Inc
Bought by
Mcginnis Michael A and Mcginnis Donna Pedersen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,025
Interest Rate
7.74%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 1995
Sold by
Brownlee Mary Lou Potts and Brownlee Robert
Bought by
Richmark Homes Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
7.6%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Texas American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,320,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $1,320,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $603,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $545,300 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $554,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $320,025 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | Construction | |
| Closed | $65,805 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2024 12/02/24 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/25/2024 10/25/24 | For Sale | $1,525,000 | +13.0% | $443 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2022 03/28/22 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2022 03/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/02/2022 03/02/22 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | -- | $392 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $23,076 | $1,592,746 | $855,000 | $737,746 |
| 2023 | $23,076 | $1,481,427 | $855,000 | $626,427 |
| 2022 | $25,931 | $1,332,775 | $741,000 | $591,775 |
| 2021 | $26,047 | $1,265,418 | $684,000 | $581,418 |
| 2020 | $27,115 | $1,253,640 | $684,000 | $569,640 |
| 2019 | $28,091 | $1,243,555 | $655,500 | $588,055 |
| 2018 | $16,833 | $1,216,678 | $598,500 | $618,178 |
| 2017 | $27,484 | $1,216,678 | $598,500 | $618,178 |
| 2016 | $26,039 | $1,220,700 | $541,500 | $679,200 |
| 2015 | $14,967 | $1,220,700 | $541,500 | $679,200 |
| 2014 | $14,967 | $1,041,629 | $456,000 | $585,629 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelly Law
K
Seller's Agent in 2024
Kelly Law
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 594-3125
2 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Sally Kmiecik
S
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sally Kmiecik
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 858-2535
2 in this area
132 Total Sales
-
Michele Scheffer
Seller's Agent in 2022
Michele Scheffer
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
(281) 808-8139
11 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6510212
APN: 0551560000017
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