$450,000
SOLD DEC 13, 2024
Last list price

8553 Forum Dr Houston, TX 77055

Spring Branch East Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,504 Sq Ft
8,267 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$299 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Valley Oaks Elementary School Rated A
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of December 2024

Attention investors & dream home builders! This property is a rare find. Surrounded by million-dollar homes, the potential for growth is immense. Location, location, location! With large lots and endless possibilities, this is an ideal investment opportunity. Enjoy easy freeway access to all major routes, making commuting a breeze. Zoned to the highly sought-after Spring Branch ISD, this property is a gem waiting to be discovered. Don't miss out on this chance to make your mark in this thriving neighborhood! It is available for purchase “as is,” giving buyers the chance to acquire it in its current condition without seller repairs or updates.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carlos Rodriguez

C.R.Realty License #0705287 Listed on: 11/14/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Largent

My Castle Realty License #0780501

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,290

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 8,267 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,504 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Valley Oaks Elementary School
  • Landrum Middle School
  • Memorial High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • Ridgecrest Sec 03 Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,290

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From I10, exit Bingle, north on Bingle, right on Forum
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1898
  • Subdivision Name: Ridgecrest Sec 03
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 1504.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: VALLEY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 49 - Spring Branch
  • High School: MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (SPRING BRANCH)
  • Middle Or Junior School: LANDRUM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9290.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 14, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Castellon Rosa Felisa and Castellon Felisa Rosa
Bought by
8553 Forum Llc
Seller's Agent
Carlos Rodriguez
C.R.Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Largent
My Castle Realty
List Price
$450,000
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$484,463

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.94%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Administrators Deed -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/13/2024 12/13/24 Sold -- -- --
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2024 11/14/24 For Sale $450,000 -- $299 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $10,164 $461,106 $409,175 $51,931
2023 $9,788 $458,843 $392,808 $66,035
2022 $9,220 $399,617 $343,707 $55,910
2021 $8,394 $384,876 $343,707 $41,169
2020 $8,144 $334,094 $294,606 $39,488
2019 $7,723 $332,907 $294,606 $38,301
2018 $571 $332,907 $294,606 $38,301
2017 $6,143 $332,907 $294,606 $38,301
2016 $5,585 $332,907 $294,606 $38,301
2015 $386 $320,368 $278,239 $42,129
2014 $386 $176,432 $130,936 $45,496
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Carlos Rodriguez

    C.R.Realty

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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Jessica Largent

    My Castle Realty

    (281) 783-6698

    2 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Jessica Largent
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 93707198

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0762250140010

Texas Harris County Houston 77055 Spring Branch East

8553 Forum Dr, Houston, TX

This home is located at 8553 Forum Dr, Houston, TX 77055 and is currently estimated at $450,000, approximately $299 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 8553 Forum Dr is a home located in Harris County with nearby schools including Valley Oaks Elementary School, Landrum Middle School, and Memorial High School.

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