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Seller's Agent in 2025
Lauren Amaro
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
(832) 723-6957
3 in this area
59 Total Sales
716 E 40th St Houston, TX 77022
Independence Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $182,545 - $195,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
940
Sq Ft
$201/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Granite Countertops
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 4-minute walk to McCullough Park
About This Home
As of December 2025Welcome to this charming home nestled in the heart of Independence Heights, offering both comfort and convenience. Full of recent updates (2025) including: New HVAC System, Fence, Outdoor patio, PEX Plumbing, Paint and Floors! Situated in a prime location, this property provides easy access to major highways and is just minutes from downtown Houston, making commuting a breeze. Here is your chance to own a home with incredible growth potential in one of Houston’s thriving communities. Schedule your showing today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights License #0675288 Listed on: 08/21/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,762
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 940 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Vinyl Flooring
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Burrus Elementary School
- Williams Middle School
- Washington High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Independence Heights Park Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 21, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lauren Amaro
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
Buyer's Agent
Gabriel Enciso Escobedo
Southern Star Realty
List Price
$229,000
Views
33
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
-6.04%
Original Mortgage
$191,468
Outstanding Balance
$191,468
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$2,332
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 12, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Wfg National Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $191,468 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Price Changed | $205,000 | -4.7% | $218 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | Price Changed | $215,000 | -6.1% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | For Sale | $229,000 | +114.0% | $244 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/28/2020 09/28/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 08/29/2020 08/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/18/2020 08/18/20 | For Sale | $107,000 | -- | $114 / Sq Ft |
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 | $1,371 | $137,079 | $112,000 | $25,079 |
| 2024 | $1,430 | $137,079 | $112,000 | $25,079 |
| 2023 | $1,430 | $139,595 | $112,000 | $27,595 |
| 2022 | $2,547 | $122,742 | $96,000 | $26,742 |
| 2021 | $2,451 | $105,149 | $80,000 | $25,149 |
| 2020 | $2,299 | $94,919 | $80,000 | $14,919 |
| 2019 | $1,985 | $89,441 | $70,000 | $19,441 |
| 2018 | $1,643 | $64,930 | $48,000 | $16,930 |
| 2017 | $1,370 | $54,179 | $36,000 | $18,179 |
| 2016 | $1,114 | $44,069 | $28,000 | $16,069 |
| 2015 | $663 | $32,069 | $16,000 | $16,069 |
| 2014 | $663 | $25,795 | $16,000 | $9,795 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lauren Amaro
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Gabriel Enciso Escobedo
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Gabriel Enciso Escobedo
Southern Star Realty
(832) 403-5907
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
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Kimberly Spiller
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kimberly Spiller
Keller Williams Preferred
(281) 851-9421
41 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
Natasha Bhakta
Houston Dwell Realty
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 9555968
APN: 0211340660008
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