$415,000
SOLD NOV 10, 2021
Last list price

500 W Post Office St Eagle Lake, TX 77434

3 Beds
2 Baths
3,211 Sq Ft
0.43 Acres

Recently Sold

$129 Per Sq Ft

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • High Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Golf Cart Garage
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of November 2021

Welcome to this beautiful historic home nestled beneath some of the most gorgeous oak trees you will find in the quaint town of Eagle Lake, Texas. Built in 1897, the charm and character of this newly remodeled home is a rare find. Everything from top to bottom has been touched during the remodel, adding modern touches while staying true to the character throughout. Original shiplap, flooring, interior door handles and other special features make this home incredibly unique! The layout of the home is another feature that is unique to its time, creating a flow and feel that brings comfort and warmth to any family who is lucky enough to dwell inside its walls. Outside the charm continues. A spacious entertaining area and a very large backyard leave little to be desired! The two story addition offers a substantial storage area upstairs and a cozy game room down. This home has so much to offer, so come check it out and fall in love for yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Justin Crosby

Keller Williams Realty Southwest License #0681747 Listed on: 08/27/2021

Keller Williams Realty Southwest

Last Buyer's Agent

Darrell Grafe

The Ron Brown Company License #0617934

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1897

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Golf Cart Garage

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,211 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Ventilation

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Eagle Lake Intermediate School
  • Rice Junior High School
  • Rice High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Eagle Lake Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,842

Year Built

Built in 1897

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Directions: Headed West on Hwy 90A, turn right on McCarty St. in Eagle Lake. Cross the railroad tracks and turn left on FM 102. 500 W. Post Office will be on your right at the corner of FM 102 and Mills St.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1897
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4292
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
  • Subdivision Name: Eagle Lake
  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Historic/Antique
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 3211.0
  • Dining Room Type: Game Room, Utility Room
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Owner Is Listing Agent, Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Golf Cart Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs

Schools

  • Elementary School: EAGLE LAKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 161 - Rice Consolidated
  • High School: RICE HIGH SCHOOL (RICE CISD)
  • Middle Or Junior School: RICE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (RICE CISD)

Green Features

  • Green Indoor Air Qlty: Ventilation

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4842.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2021
Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Justin Crosby
Bought by
Else David M and Else Kimberly M
Seller's Agent
Justin Crosby
Keller Williams Realty Southwest
Buyer's Agent
Darrell Grafe
The Ron Brown Company
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-9.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.63%
Original Mortgage
$383,625
Outstanding Balance
$355,458
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$56,884

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2021
Closed on
Nov 9, 2021
Sold by
Crosby Justin and Crosby Jenna
Bought by
Else David M and Else Kimberly M
Seller's Agent
Justin Crosby
Keller Williams Realty Southwest
Buyer's Agent
Darrell Grafe
The Ron Brown Company
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-9.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$383,625
Outstanding Balance
$355,458
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$56,884

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2019
Sold by
Cook Robert L
Bought by
Crosby Justin and Crosby Jenna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,500
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2016
Sold by
Janicek Christopher and Janicek Sandra Kay
Bought by
Crosby Justin and Crosby Jenna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2011
Sold by
Kohleffel Dina Marie and Livermore Robert
Bought by
Janicek Christopher and Janicek Sandra Kay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,000
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2010
Sold by
Richter Nola Paluline
Bought by
Barrett Judy and Barrett Charles
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Vendors Lien -- Mid Coast Title Company Inc
Special Warranty Deed $116,000 Frontier Title Co Wh Llc
Vendors Lien -- None Available
Vendors Lien -- --
Gift Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $383,625 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $383,625 VA
Previous Owner $187,500 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $116,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $64,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $409,000 -1.4% $170 / Sq Ft
11/10/2021 11/10/21 Sold -- -- --
10/11/2021 10/11/21 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2021 08/24/21 For Sale $415,000 -- $129 / 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 $8,612 $388,570 $40,200 $348,370
2023 $8,582 $375,000 $22,440 $352,560
2022 $8,859 $354,840 $22,440 $332,400
2021 $4,842 $241,310 $14,600 $226,710
2020 $4,413 $241,310 $14,600 $226,710
2017 $3,594 $133,780 $9,200 $124,580
2016 $2,126 $79,130 $8,530 $70,600
2015 -- $79,130 $8,530 $70,600
2014 -- $79,130 $8,530 $70,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 56695218

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 12844