Joel Rankin
J.D. Rankin and Associates
(888) 573-5690
228 Total Sales
2 in West University Place
$240K - $605K Price Range
5138 Academy St Houston, TX 77005
West University Place AreaEstimated Value: $714,265
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,802
Sq Ft
$255/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- West University Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
As of July 2022Brownstone style corner townhome with fenced garden, big windows, and leafy views all around. 3 bed, 3.5 bath 2 car garage. 1st floor features large bright bedroom or game room with garden access. 2nd floor living has hardwoods in living & dining, large breakfast area, kitchen w/ dark granite & white cabinets. Balcony for grilling. Large 3rd floor master suite with high ceiling, and even the 3rd bedroom has great closet. But what sets this layout apart is that there are two usable landings-- one with built in desk, the other for flex "nook". Plus well placed built-ins throughout, including another desk in the 3rd bedroom. Side yard surrounded by thick jasmine hedge. Efficient HVAC. Central vacuum system and smart home features (WiFi thermostats, Ring doorbell, WiFi capable garage door). Judson Park, Randall's, Buffalo Grille & Bering's Hardware just blocks away. All this and zoned to West U El., just minutes commute to Med Center, easy access to 59. Not in Flood Zone- Never Flooded
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jaye Tullai
Boulevard Realty License #0564052 Listed on: 05/19/2022
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,366
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 2,190 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,802 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Double Vanity
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- West University Elementary School
- Pershing Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
Overview
- College Court Place Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 19, 2022
Closed on
Jul 11, 2022
Sold by
Tljl Holdings Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jaye Tullai
Boulevard Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wenrong Shi
Lei & Associates, LLC
List Price
$665,000
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
3.43%
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Outstanding Balance
$185,251
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$529,014
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2020
Sold by
Easter James and Easter Laurie
Bought by
Tljl Holdings Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 6, 2020
Closed on
Apr 1, 2020
Sold by
Venkatramani Rajkumar and Indramohan Gitanjali
Bought by
Easter James and Easter Laurie
Seller's Agent
Jaye Tullai
Boulevard Realty
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Dugan
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
List Price
$599,999
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2014
Sold by
Duchini Andrea
Bought by
Venkatramani Rajkumar
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 16, 2005
Sold by
Alonso Mario E and Crosby Sharon
Bought by
Duchini Andrea
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 2004
Sold by
Sylvester Gena
Bought by
Alonso Mario E and Crosby Sharon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2000
Sold by
Elron Enterprises Inc
Bought by
Sylvester Gena
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,400
Interest Rate
8.23%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Houston, TX
-
Joel Rankin
-
Cesar Guerra
Cesar Guerra
Nextgen Real Estate Properties
(855) 403-3940
21 Total Sales
1 in West University Place
$2,060,000 Price
-
Nicole Brende
Nicole Brende
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
(866) 530-5790
57 Total Sales
1 in West University Place
$1,400,000 Price
-
Vincent Biondillo
Vincent Biondillo
Norhill Realty
(713) 987-3675
37 Total Sales
1 in West University Place
$1,800,000 Price
-
Jen Tran
Jen Tran
Keller Williams Memorial
(832) 299-1901
90 Total Sales
1 in West University Place
$126,000 Price
-
Kelly Reynolds-Nichols
Kelly Reynolds-Nichols
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(888) 685-0233
16 Total Sales
1 in West University Place
$970,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Abrams Walt & Associates Pllc | ||
| City Of Houston | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Tljl Holdings Llc | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Easter James | -- | None Available | |
| Venkatramani Rajkumar | -- | None Available | |
| Duchini Andrea | -- | Alamo Title | |
| Alonso Mario E | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Sylvester Gena | -- | Regency Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $235,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Venkatramani Rajkumar | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Duchini Andrea | $272,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alonso Mario E | $265,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sylvester Gena | $117,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Off Market | $3,150 | -- | -- | |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/18/2024 08/18/24 | Off Market | $3,495 | -- | -- | |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/11/2022 07/11/22 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/05/2022 06/05/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/27/2022 05/27/22 | Price Changed | $648,000 | -2.6% | $231 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/19/2022 05/19/22 | For Sale | $665,000 | 0.0% | $237 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2020 06/15/20 | Rented | $3,150 | -4.5% | -- | |
| 05/16/2020 05/16/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/07/2020 05/07/20 | For Rent | $3,300 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/03/2020 04/03/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 03/04/2020 03/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/06/2020 02/06/20 | For Sale | $599,999 | 0.0% | $214 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/09/2019 08/09/19 | Rented | $3,495 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/20/2019 07/20/19 | For Rent | $3,495 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/20/2019 07/20/19 | Rented | $3,495 | +2.8% | -- | |
| 06/27/2012 06/27/12 | Rented | $3,400 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/17/2012 06/17/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/06/2012 06/06/12 | For Rent | $3,400 | -- | -- |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $8,634 | $579,132 | $245,280 | $333,852 |
| 2024 | $9,277 | $605,026 | $245,280 | $359,746 |
| 2023 | $9,277 | $620,000 | $245,280 | $374,720 |
| 2022 | $13,603 | $617,775 | $245,280 | $372,495 |
| 2021 | $14,366 | $616,399 | $245,280 | $371,119 |
| 2020 | $13,644 | $563,432 | $245,280 | $318,152 |
| 2019 | $14,257 | $563,432 | $245,280 | $318,152 |
| 2018 | $10,630 | $537,351 | $245,280 | $292,071 |
| 2017 | $14,071 | $556,464 | $245,280 | $311,184 |
| 2016 | $14,677 | $580,453 | $245,280 | $335,173 |
| 2015 | $12,505 | $573,282 | $245,280 | $328,002 |
| 2014 | $12,505 | $486,464 | $220,752 | $265,712 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
JT
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jaye Tullai
Boulevard Realty
-
Wenrong Shi
WS
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Wenrong Shi
Lei & Associates, LLC
(832) 860-3335
101 Total Sales
-
Heidi Dugan
HD
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Heidi Dugan
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
(713) 725-9239
150 Total Sales
-
Drew Pursell
DP
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Drew Pursell
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(832) 434-3888
-
Kris Holt
KH
Seller's Agent in 2012
Kris Holt
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
(713) 446-6086
24 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 77478085
APN: 0552910000022
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