RENTED MAR 1, 2026

826 E 40th St Houston, TX 77022

Independence Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $347,000 - $392,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,653 Sq Ft
$219/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 22, 2018

Current estimated payment $2,367/month

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2-minute walk to McCullough Park

About This Home

As of March 2026

Welcome home to the heart of Independence Heights with this stunning two-story, three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home just minutes from downtown Houston. Gated at the front for added privacy and security, this beautifully designed residence offers an open-concept layout perfect for entertaining and everyday living. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, built for gathering. Upstairs, the primary suite features a walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms provide ample space for family, guests, a home office, or endless possibilities. Step outside to a covered back deck—ideal for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or weekend BBQs. Enjoy the convenience of being close to local restaurants, shopping, and major freeways while living in a vibrant, fast-growing neighborhood. Upgrade your lifestyle with this stunning home that combines comfort, style, and location in one perfect package. See you soon!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Cody Mier

CB&A, Realtors- Loop Central License #0652709 Listed on: 02/10/2026

CB&A, Realtors- Loop Central

Last Renter's Agent

Christine Cardona

Surge Realty License #0754541

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,653 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 2/13/26
  • Long Term Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Long Term
  • Available Date: 2026-02-13

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential Lease
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0918
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: Independence Heights Park
  • Architectural Style: Detached, Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached,Single Family Residence
  • Pets No Pets Comments: PetDepositDescription:Case by case basis
  • UniversalParcelId: urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:48201:021-135-069-0011
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 1653.0
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Utility Room
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: None
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Private: No
  • Direction Faces: North

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Conditional, Pet Deposit

Schools

  • Elementary School: BURRUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILLIAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2017
Closed on
Mar 12, 2018
Sold by
Contemporary Development Llc
Bought by
Morolia Ishaan and Morolia Urvashi
Seller's Agent
George Balla
Balla Homes, LLC
Buyer's Agent
April Taylor
NextHome DA Assets
List Price
$212,000
Current Estimated Value
$361,991

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%
Original Mortgage
$197,000
Outstanding Balance
$167,883
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$194,108

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2017
Closed on
Feb 20, 2018
Sold by
Contemporary Developmentt Copr
Bought by
Morolia Ishann and Morolia Urvashi
Seller's Agent
George Balla
Balla Homes, LLC
Buyer's Agent
April Taylor
NextHome DA Assets
List Price
$212,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,000
Outstanding Balance
$167,883
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$194,108

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2007
Sold by
Washington Ada Mae and Potts Gibson
Bought by
Land Assemblage Redevelopment Authority

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2006
Sold by
Bell Bell Mae Versa Mae Versa and Bell Charles Helen Lou
Bought by
City Of Houston and County Of Harris

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 1997
Sold by
Charles Helen Lou Bell and Bell George
Bought by
Charles Helen Lou Bell
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Morolia Ishaan -- Stewart Title
Morolia Ishann -- Stewart Title
Land Assemblage Redevelopment Authority -- None Available
City Of Houston -- None Available
Charles Helen Lou Bell -- --
Charles Helen Lou Bell -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Morolia Ishaan $197,000
Closed Morolia Ishann $197,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/01/2026 03/01/26 Rented $2,150 0.0% --
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Under Contract -- -- --
02/10/2026 02/10/26 For Rent $2,150 +2.4% --
12/23/2024 12/23/24 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
12/23/2024 12/23/24 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
12/22/2024 12/22/24 Under Contract -- -- --
12/02/2024 12/02/24 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
12/01/2024 12/01/24 Off Market $2,100 -- --
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Price Changed $2,100 -8.7% $1 / Sq Ft
10/22/2024 10/22/24 For Rent $2,300 0.0% --
02/22/2018 02/22/18 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
01/23/2018 01/23/18 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2017 07/19/17 For Sale $212,000 -- $134 / 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 $5,186 $366,448 $112,000 $254,448
2024 $5,186 $361,087 $112,000 $249,087
2023 $5,186 $353,375 $112,000 $241,375
2022 $6,684 $312,533 $96,000 $216,533
2021 $6,432 $275,962 $80,000 $195,962
2020 $6,244 $257,851 $80,000 $177,851
2019 $7,388 $291,954 $70,000 $221,954
2018 $6,387 $252,421 $48,000 $204,421
2017 $809 $36,000 $36,000 $0
2016 $708 $28,000 $28,000 $0
2015 $411 $16,000 $16,000 $0
2014 $411 $16,000 $16,000 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cody Mier

    Landlord's Agent in 2026

    Cody Mier

    CB&A, Realtors- Loop Central

    (346) 412-6603

    64 Total Sales

    Cody Mier
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  • C

    Tenant's Agent in 2026

    Christine Cardona

    Surge Realty

    (832) 326-1017

    18 Total Sales

    Christine Cardona
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  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Pate Herrold

    Happen Houston

    (832) 696-8100

    7 Total Sales

    Pate Herrold
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Seirra Gonzales

    The Agave Realty Group

    (713) 478-8782

    12 Total Sales

    Seirra Gonzales
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  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    George Balla

    Balla Homes, LLC

    (832) 455-6411

    4 in this area

    132 Total Sales

    George Balla
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  • April Taylor

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    April Taylor

    NextHome DA Assets

    (713) 551-1445

    17 Total Sales

    April Taylor
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 53346159

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0211350690011

Texas Harris County Houston 77022 Independence Heights

826 E 40th St, Houston, TX

Not Listed for Sale

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