T
Seller's Agent in 2024
Terry Benes
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
4 in this area
28 Total Sales
817 Rutland St Houston, TX 77007
Greater Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $880,390 - $945,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,280
Sq Ft
$402/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Traditional Architecture
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Quartz Countertops
About This Home
As of November 2024Beautiful home in the heart of the Houston Heights. Great location near bike trails and walkable to restaurants. NEW ROOF Sept 2024! Both HVACs recently replaced (upstairs 2023, downstairs 2019).Alley access to 2 car garage PLUS parking pad in front. Hardwood floors throughout downstairs and also in primary bedroom. Only carpet is in 2 secondary bedrooms. Chef's dream kitchen with huge island, stainless appliances and gas cooking. Study conveniently located at front of home & faces front yard. Plenty of entertaining space with open living, kitchen and dining. Nice deck off the back of the home. Large primary bedroom opens to balcony across front of home. Updated primary bath with smooth entry shower, jetted tub, double sinks and nice walk in closet. The 2 secondary bedrooms connect through a shared bath. Covered front and back porches offer great places to relax.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office License #0509396 Listed on: 10/10/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Michelle Eads
Redfin Corporation License #0657418
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,419
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 3,668 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,280 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Double Vanity
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Love Elementary School
- Hogg Middle School
- Heights High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- Houston Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: See attached
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2024
Closed on
Nov 26, 2024
Sold by
Mitchell Jennifer Reis and Drews Jason Allan
Bought by
Thomas Defroy and Kent Horine Ryan
Seller's Agent
Terry Benes
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Eads
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$949,900
Views
10
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
-0.85%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Outstanding Balance
$619,744
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$297,104
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 19, 2020
Closed on
May 18, 2021
Sold by
Schaff Charles L and Schaff Carrie A
Bought by
Mitchell Jennifer Reis and Drews Jason Allan
Seller's Agent
Jason Hendricks
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
Buyer's Agent
Terry Benes
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
List Price
$775,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.02%
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 8, 2017
Closed on
Dec 20, 2017
Sold by
Nixon Terry A
Bought by
Schaff Charles L and Schaff Carrie L
Seller's Agent
Dan Riley
Riley Heights
Buyer's Agent
Jason Hendricks
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
List Price
$699,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.36%
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Wylie Vintage Homes Inc
Bought by
Nixon Terry A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2000
Sold by
Sheppard James L and Shepard Carol K
Bought by
Wylie Vintage Homes Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,000
Interest Rate
8.5%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Defroy | -- | Old Republic National Title In | |
| Thomas Defroy | -- | Old Republic National Title In | |
| Mitchell Jennifer Reis | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Schaff Charles L | -- | South Land Title Llc | |
| Nixon Terry A | -- | Houston Title Co | |
| Wylie Vintage Homes Inc | -- | Commonwealth Land Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Thomas Defroy | $625,000 | |
| Closed | Thomas Defroy | $625,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Jennifer Reis | $548,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schaff Charles L | $488,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Nixon Terry A | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wylie Vintage Homes Inc | $41,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 11/26/24 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2024 11/05/24 | For Sale | $949,900 | 0.0% | $417 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/10/2024 10/10/24 | For Sale | $949,900 | +22.6% | $417 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/30/2021 12/30/21 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/20/2021 05/20/21 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 04/20/2021 04/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/16/2020 11/16/20 | For Sale | $775,000 | +10.9% | $351 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/29/2017 12/29/17 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 11/29/2017 11/29/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/05/2017 06/05/17 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $312 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,873 | $796,891 | $366,800 | $430,091 |
| 2024 | $11,873 | $759,898 | $366,800 | $393,098 |
| 2023 | $11,873 | $769,218 | $366,800 | $402,418 |
| 2022 | $14,326 | $650,609 | $275,100 | $375,509 |
| 2021 | $12,763 | $547,607 | $264,096 | $283,511 |
| 2020 | $12,945 | $534,572 | $275,100 | $259,472 |
| 2019 | $13,155 | $526,910 | $275,100 | $251,810 |
| 2018 | $9,313 | $472,593 | $256,760 | $215,833 |
| 2017 | $11,143 | $472,593 | $256,760 | $215,833 |
| 2016 | $10,130 | $425,609 | $201,880 | $223,729 |
| 2015 | $4,558 | $425,609 | $201,880 | $223,729 |
| 2014 | $4,558 | $387,579 | $173,040 | $214,539 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Terry Benes
-
Michelle Eads
M
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Michelle Eads
Redfin Corporation
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Jason Hendricks
J
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jason Hendricks
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
(713) 253-3459
3 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Dan Riley
D
Seller's Agent in 2017
Dan Riley
Riley Heights
(832) 741-6211
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 45202750
APN: 0202390000037
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