RENTED APR 13, 2026

696 Independence Rd Shepherd, TX 77371

Estimated Value: $378,289

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,632 Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 9, 2023

Current estimated payment $2,126 / mo

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Traditional Architecture
  • RV or Boat Storage in Community
  • Pond
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of April 2026

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home situated on 5.24 acres in the peaceful town of Shepherd. This property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, located just a short drive from the New Caney shopping center and Lake Livingston. The interior features high ceilings, beautiful concrete floors, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The open layout creates a warm and inviting atmosphere ideal for daily living or entertaining. Exterior features include an attached carport, a detached RV/boat parking, an automatic gate, a storage shed, a pond, portable generator hook-up, and a spacious back porch. The fully fenced yard provides plenty of space for pets, or the opportunity to raise chickens and/or goats. Located in a non-flood area, this property offers exceptional flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. This home is move-in ready and ideal for anyone seeking peaceful country living with amenities just minutes away.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Tory Meadows

Country World Realty, LLC License #0819274 Listed on: 01/12/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Paulina Elizalde

UTR TEXAS, REALTORS License #0738893

UTR TEXAS, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 5.24 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Cleared Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Electric Gate
  • Additional Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,632 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Shed

Schools

  • Shepherd Primary Elementary School
  • Shepherd Middle School
  • Shepherd High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Aerobic Septic System
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 4/1/26
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Community Details

Overview

  • Front Yard Maintenance
  • Oldlanham Poa
  • Old Langham #1 Rep Subdivision
  • RV Parking in Community

Recreation

  • RV or Boat Storage in Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

5.24 Acres

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Available Date: 2026-04-01

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential Lease
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.24
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Subdivision Name: Old Langham #1 Rep
  • Architectural Style: Detached, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • UniversalParcelId: urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:48407:80683
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Interior Amenities: Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Living Area: 1632.0
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Pond on Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Fence, Storage
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Attached, Detached Carport, Electric Gate, Garage, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Yard Maintenance
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: RV/Boat Storage, RV Parking
  • Association Name: OldLanham POA
  • Pets Allowed: Pet Deposit, Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: SHEPHERD PRIMARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 130 - Shepherd
  • High School: SHEPHERD HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: SHEPHERD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2023
Closed on
May 10, 2023
Sold by
Tapp Starla
Bought by
Galicia Jonathan and Galicia Stevie
Seller's Agent
Tracie Syracuse
JLA Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jamie McMartin
Compass RE Texas, LLC - West Houston
List Price
$405,000
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$378,289

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.80%
Original Mortgage
$379,050
Outstanding Balance
$366,718
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$11,571

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2013
Sold by
Connell Richard L and Connell Diana M
Bought by
Dean Gary Brent and Dean Jennifer T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Galicia Jonathan -- None Listed On Document
Dean Gary Brent -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Galicia Jonathan $379,050
Previous Owner Dean Gary Brent $85,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/13/2026 04/13/26 Rented $2,880 0.0% --
03/16/2026 03/16/26 Under Contract -- -- --
01/13/2026 01/13/26 Price Changed $2,880 -28.0% $2 / Sq Ft
01/12/2026 01/12/26 For Rent $4,000 0.0% --
05/09/2023 05/09/23 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
04/13/2023 04/13/23 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2023 03/10/23 Price Changed $399,000 -1.5% $244 / Sq Ft
02/09/2023 02/09/23 For Sale $405,000 -- $248 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

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 $1,426 $95,388 $28,443 $66,945
2024 $1,426 $90,483 $24,140 $66,343
2023 $5,035 $308,640 $78,600 $230,040
2022 $5,365 $308,640 $78,600 $230,040
2021 $5,430 $273,210 $62,880 $210,330
2020 $5,074 $250,550 $45,640 $204,910
2019 $722 $35,110 $35,110 $0
2018 $518 $25,150 $25,150 $0
2017 $519 $25,150 $25,150 $0
2016 $519 $25,150 $25,150 $0
2015 -- $25,150 $25,150 $0
2014 -- $25,150 $25,150 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 281664

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 80683

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