NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Empire Lofts 5005 Hidalgo St Unit 407 Houston, TX 77056

Uptown-Galleria District Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $485,000 - $578,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,961 Sq Ft
$780/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 18, 2023

Current estimated payment $4,381/month

146 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Clubhouse
  • Granite Countertops
  • School at St. George Place Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of December 2023

Welcome to The Empire, an exclusive gated mid-rise community in the heart of Uptown Houston. With a picturesque location offering stunning views of the Lakes of Post Oak, waterfall this residence epitomizes luxurious urban living. Boasting 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this condo features lustrous hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings, and a gourmet kitchen with granite slab counters and stainless appliances. The primary suite on the second floor boasts walk-in closet, marble countertops, dual sinks, a frameless shower, and a large soaking tub. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a 24/7 concierge, fitness center, and a party room with catering kitchen. With easy access to Houston's Galleria, downtown Houston, and an abundance of shopping and dining venues, this is an opportunity for an idyllic lifestyle like no other. Pet-friendly policy with restrictions. Don't miss the chance to experience refined living at The Empire-schedule your private tour today! Leasing is available for $2800/m.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christina Tran

Christina Tran, Broker License #0612417 Listed on: 07/24/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Demian

Realty Of America, LLC License #0699256

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,281

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.56

HOA Fees

  • $780 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Stone Siding
  • Steel Beams
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,961 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Storage
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Additional Parking
  • Assigned Parking
  • Controlled Entrance

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace

Schools

  • School At St George Place Elementary School
  • Tanglewood Middle School
  • Wisdom High School

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
  • North Facing Home
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area insurance, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, recreation facilities, sewer, trash, water
  • Empire HOA
  • Empire Condos
  • Empire Condos Subdivision

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Doorman
  • Trash Chute
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

Pet Policy

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

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Card or Code Access
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,281

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$780 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: Empire Condos
  • Entry Level: 4
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Windows
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Storage, Separate Shower, Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 1961.0
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Office, Utility Room
  • Window Features: Low-Emissivity Windows
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Glass, Concrete, Stone, Steel
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace

Garage/Parking

  • Park Building Name: EMPIRE
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Assigned, Controlled Entrance
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Security: Door Man, Key Card Entry, Fire Sprinkler System, 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, Trash Chute
  • Amenities: Concierge, Guard
  • Association Fee: 780.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: EMPIRE HOA
  • Pets Allowed: Pet Restrictions

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: WISDOM HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: TANGLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11281.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2013
Sold by
Codispoti Catherine R and Codispoti Catherine
Bought by
Makhloff Pa Ltd
Current Estimated Value
$516,762

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2009
Sold by
Halevi Yaron
Bought by
Codispoti Catherine R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2007
Sold by
Empire Vp Lp
Bought by
Halevi Yaron

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,025
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
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
Makhloff Pa Ltd -- Old Republic National Title
Codispoti Catherine R -- Old Republic Title Company O
Halevi Yaron -- Chicago Title Tanglewood
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Halevi Yaron $59,025
Previous Owner Halevi Yaron $314,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/18/2023 12/18/23 Sold -- -- --
09/15/2023 09/15/23 Price Changed $459,000 -8.0% $234 / Sq Ft
08/08/2023 08/08/23 Price Changed $499,000 -5.7% $254 / Sq Ft
07/29/2023 07/29/23 Price Changed $529,000 -8.0% $270 / Sq Ft
07/24/2023 07/24/23 For Sale $574,999 -- $293 / 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 $10,754 $481,963 $93,312 $388,651
2024 $10,754 $481,000 $104,456 $376,544
2023 $10,754 $540,690 $102,731 $437,959
2022 $11,281 $481,000 $91,390 $389,610
2021 $10,459 $422,738 $84,829 $337,909
2020 $13,466 $525,000 $100,320 $424,680
2019 $14,118 $528,000 $100,320 $427,680
2018 $12,213 $456,737 $86,780 $369,957
2017 $12,204 $456,737 $86,780 $369,957
2016 $13,423 $502,344 $95,445 $406,899
2015 $13,409 $539,163 $102,441 $436,722
2014 $13,409 $494,060 $93,871 $400,189
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christina Tran

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Christina Tran

    Christina Tran, Broker

    (281) 745-6399

    1 in this area

    1 Total Sale

    Christina Tran
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  • Michael Demian

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Michael Demian

    Realty Of America, LLC

    (832) 755-6401

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Michael Demian
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About The Empire Lofts

Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 55226424

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1288600000029

Texas Harris County Houston 77056 Uptown-Galleria District

5005 Hidalgo St Unit 407, Houston, TX

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