809 E 40th St Houston, TX 77022
Independence Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,954/month
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Traditional Architecture
- Quartz Countertops
- Deck
- High Ceiling
- 2-minute walk to McCullough Park
About This Home
Free electricity in Houston?! Super cute bungalow in Independent Heights just minutes from Downtown Houston! This fully updated 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home features an open-concept layout with new flooring, fresh neutral paint, and modern lighting throughout. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, sleek cabinetry w/ pull-out shelving in the built-in pantry, and a large Quartz island perfect for entertaining. Major upgrades include updated PEX plumbing beneath the home and within the guest bathroom shower wall (2021), New Roof in (2025) and a Tesla solar system with Powerwall 3 backup battery installed (2024). The system includes an 11.5 kWh solar array and 13 kWh battery, allowing you to take advantage of “free nights” electricity plans for extremely low energy costs. Enjoy a private driveway, inviting covered front porch, and beautifully maintained landscaping. Easy access to major roadways makes commuting a breeze!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,216
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x40
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,152 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Utility Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl Plank
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar Heating System
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Burrus Elementary School
- Williams Middle School
- Washington High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Independence Heights Park Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,156 | $250,246 | $112,000 | $138,246 |
| 2024 | $2,156 | $190,266 | $112,000 | $78,266 |
| 2023 | $2,156 | $188,423 | $112,000 | $76,423 |
| 2022 | $3,282 | $197,314 | $96,000 | $101,314 |
| 2021 | $3,974 | $171,724 | $80,000 | $91,724 |
| 2020 | $3,953 | $163,228 | $80,000 | $83,228 |
| 2019 | $3,922 | $155,000 | $70,000 | $85,000 |
| 2018 | $193 | $143,917 | $48,000 | $95,917 |
| 2017 | $2,301 | $133,118 | $36,000 | $97,118 |
| 2016 | $2,092 | $86,532 | $28,000 | $58,532 |
| 2015 | $313 | $75,205 | $16,000 | $59,205 |
| 2014 | $313 | $78,525 | $16,000 | $62,525 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 04/02/26 | For Sale | $299,900 | +66.7% | $260 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/30/2023 06/30/23 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/17/2018 12/17/18 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 11/17/2018 11/17/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/21/2018 05/21/18 | For Sale | $179,900 | -- | $156 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | Startex Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $130,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $87,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 5952260
APN: 0211350680005
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