Last list price
8517 Forum Dr Houston, TX 77055
Spring Branch East Neighborhood
1
Bed
1.5
Baths
1,632
Sq Ft
9,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Valley Oaks Elementary School Rated A
- Ranch Style House
- High Ceiling
About This Home
As of October 2024***Location-location-location***This oversized corner lot in a coveted Spring Branch neighborhood has a charming bungalow to live in (or rent out) while you plan your dream home.Don’t let the size fool you,it’s got great ‘flex’ rooms.Zoned to Memorial High School.Close to Energy Corridor,City Centre,Memorial City,Galleria,downtown, fine dining,exquisite shopping & a gourmet HEB.So much love has gone into updating this lovely casita and maintaining it's historical charm.Original hardwoods throughout.Entertainment is easy with the private courtyard, 8 foot privacy fence w/custom lighting, covered patio and large 20 x 20 deck.Two amazing ‘bonus’ rooms provide even more living space than reflected.Other features include tankless water heater, seamless gutters, water filtration system and an electric gate.This is perfect for All You Builders out there!! Million dollar homes being built all around this gem. You choose what you want to do with this beauty!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Platinum License #0738642 Listed on: 06/21/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,496
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Detached Carport Spaces
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,632 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Rear Porch
Schools
- Valley Oaks Elementary School
- Landrum Middle School
- Memorial High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- Spring Branch Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 20, 2024
Closed on
Oct 4, 2024
Sold by
M4 Property Solutions 8517 Forum Series
Bought by
Miller Val Jeffry and Bertorello-Miller Maria
Seller's Agent
Steven Kinne
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Wehring
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
List Price
$1,652,250
Sold Price
$1,620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,250
-1.95%
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$65,204
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$994,341
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$560,455
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 21, 2022
Closed on
Aug 22, 2022
Sold by
Kay Gutierrez Deborah and Kay Carlos Rodolfo
Bought by
M4 Property Solutions Llc
Seller's Agent
Shea Soler
Keller Williams Platinum
Buyer's Agent
Jason Jones
Wild Oak Realty, LLC
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
68.97%
Original Mortgage
$397,500
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2005
Sold by
Sullivan Carolyn Louise
Bought by
Gutierrez Deborah Kay and Gutierrez Rodolfo Carlos
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Allied Title Partners | |
| Deed | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $397,500 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $118,500 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $145,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $138,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $116,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Stand Alone First |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2024 10/08/24 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/31/2024 08/31/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/20/2024 08/20/24 | For Sale | $1,652,250 | +203.2% | $375 / Sq Ft |
| 08/31/2022 08/31/22 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/22/2022 08/22/22 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/21/2022 06/21/22 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $334 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24,666 | $1,119,000 | $427,500 | $691,500 |
| 2023 | $24,666 | $410,400 | $410,400 | $0 |
| 2022 | $12,392 | $508,297 | $359,100 | $149,197 |
| 2021 | $11,496 | $484,857 | $359,100 | $125,757 |
| 2020 | $11,154 | $428,067 | $307,800 | $120,267 |
| 2019 | $10,634 | $391,249 | $307,800 | $83,449 |
| 2018 | $1,883 | $401,148 | $307,800 | $93,348 |
| 2017 | $9,332 | $401,148 | $307,800 | $93,348 |
| 2016 | $8,483 | $401,148 | $307,800 | $93,348 |
| 2015 | $5,497 | $416,579 | $290,700 | $125,879 |
| 2014 | $5,497 | $268,000 | $136,800 | $131,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Steven Kinne
Seller's Agent in 2024
Steven Kinne
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
(281) 610-3625
3 in this area
448 Total Sales
-
Heidi Wehring
H
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Heidi Wehring
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
(832) 567-7700
4 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Shea Soler
Seller's Agent in 2022
Shea Soler
Keller Williams Platinum
(713) 826-6748
2 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Annie Farmer
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Annie Farmer
Keller Williams Platinum
(832) 564-5694
2 in this area
109 Total Sales
-
Jason Jones
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jason Jones
Wild Oak Realty, LLC
(713) 373-2769
2 in this area
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 91846926
APN: 0791290030041
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