Seller's Agent in 2024
Lisa Baer
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 562-9944
55 in this area
75 Total Sales
6539 Vanderbilt St Houston, TX 77005
Estimated Value: $2,147,000 - $2,499,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,405
Sq Ft
$674/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- Gunite Pool
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- West University Elementary School Rated A-
- Garage Apartment
- 5-minute walk to Whitt Johnson Park
About This Home
As of February 2024The ultimate home for family living & entertaining on 10,000 sqft lot in West U. Center hall formals with bay windows overlooking pretty front lawn, updated kitchen with Wolf & Subzero appliances opens to spacious family room overlooks incredible backyard. The backyard offers a wonderful place to host family BBQ & swim parties with covered patio that boasts a chef's dream summer kitchen with Wolf grill, burner, steamer, ice maker & beverage refrigerator, pool & ample green space for play, pets, & gardening. Upstairs boast lavish primary, private balcony views pool, with spa style bath, additional three secondary bedrooms, & two secondary baths. Quarters with first floor flex space could be workout room, game room, or study with full bath & sauna. Second floor of quarters features a spacious room with kitchen, & full bath would make for a great guest suite, study, or game room. Per seller RAM windows 2015 Near Rice Village, Tx Med Center, West U ball fields, and Whitt Johnson Park.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty License #0300935 Listed on: 11/09/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $36,730
Year Built
- Built in 1987
Lot Details
- 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Apartment
- Porte-Cochere
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Aluminum Roof
- Cement Siding
- Radiant Barrier
Interior Spaces
- 3,405 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wired For Sound
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Insulated Doors
- Formal Entry
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
- Tile
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Energy-Efficient Doors
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Ventilation
Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Tennis Courts
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Kitchen
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
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Dining room & breakfast chandeliers
Community Details
Overview
- West University Place Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 2023
Sold by
Welsh James William
Bought by
Welsh Samantha
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2008
Sold by
Wessels Robert Allen
Bought by
Welsh James and Welsh Samantha
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 2005
Sold by
Wessels Gail Pender
Bought by
Wessels Robert Allen
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 1996
Sold by
Laplant Kenneth and Laplant Mary Beth
Bought by
Wessels Robert Allen and Wessels Gail Pender
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$442,350
Interest Rate
7.67%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Samantha | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Welsh James | -- | Charter Title Company | |
| Wessels Robert Allen | -- | -- | |
| Wessels Robert Allen | -- | Houston Title Company 207 |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Welsh James | $1,009,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Welsh James William | $944,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Welsh James W | $956,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Welsh James | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Welsh James | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wessels Robert A | $650,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wessels Robert Allen | $442,350 | |
| Closed | Wessels Robert Allen | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2024 02/12/24 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/25/2024 01/25/24 | For Sale | $2,375,000 | 0.0% | $698 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2024 01/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/09/2023 11/09/23 | For Sale | $2,375,000 | -- | $698 / 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 | $30,350 | $2,274,507 | $1,400,000 | $874,507 |
| 2023 | $30,350 | $2,056,217 | $1,400,000 | $656,217 |
| 2022 | $33,391 | $1,716,181 | $1,350,000 | $366,181 |
| 2021 | $35,206 | $1,710,374 | $1,350,000 | $360,374 |
| 2020 | $37,958 | $1,755,000 | $1,250,000 | $505,000 |
| 2019 | $41,578 | $1,840,604 | $1,200,000 | $640,604 |
| 2018 | $32,764 | $1,758,310 | $1,000,000 | $758,310 |
| 2017 | $39,719 | $1,758,310 | $1,000,000 | $758,310 |
| 2016 | $37,979 | $1,758,310 | $1,000,000 | $758,310 |
| 2015 | $26,556 | $1,758,310 | $1,000,000 | $758,310 |
| 2014 | $26,556 | $1,428,179 | $820,000 | $608,179 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
David Atkins
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 582-5111
14 in this area
146 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 98438106
APN: 0393010100020
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