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    • $249,900

    243 Empress Dr, Houston, TX 77034

    3beds
    1,861sqft
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    $2,047/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    8,137 Square Feet Lot
    $243,100 Zestimate®
    $134/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome home to this charming single-story residence conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and just a short drive from Downtown Houston. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional layout with both formal living and formal dining areas, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The chef's eat-in kitchen features lengthy countertops, a breakfast bar, abundant cabinet storage, and opens seamlessly to the main living area. The spacious primary suite boasts an updated en-suite bath complete with double sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet. Step outside to enjoy the covered patio overlooking a pool-sized backyard featuring a storage shed, garden area, and tranquil pond. Recent improvements include a new roof (2026) and new electrical panel 2026, offering added peace of mind for years to come.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jamie Terry TREC #0567722 713-703-9100,

    Priority One Real Estate

    Source: HAR,MLS#: 60239863MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen open to Family Room, Walk-in Pantry
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Window Unit
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, En-Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Window Coverings
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,861
      • Total interior livable area: 1,861 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Double-Wide Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Fencing: Back Yard
      Lot
      • Size: 8,137 Square Feet
      • Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 0890010000037

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1957

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Attic Vents, Thermostat

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Arlington Heights Sec 01
      Location
      • Region: Houston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $134/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $197,952
      • Annual tax amount: $4,899
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Full Ownership
      • Road surface type: Concrete, Curbs

        Estimated market value

        $243,100

        $231,000 - $255,000

        $1,969/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Pending sale$249,900$134/sqft
        Source: HAR #60239863 Report a problem
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$249,900-3.5%$134/sqft
        Source: HAR #60239863 Report a problem
        7/2/2026Listing removed$259,000$139/sqft
        Source: HAR #89015780 Report a problem
        6/10/2026Listed for sale$259,000$139/sqft
        Source: HAR #89015780 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,109 -2.5%$197,952 -4%
        2024$2,163 +16.9%$206,123 +3.2%
        2023$1,850 +7.4%$199,768 +9.8%
        2022$1,723 $181,904 +16.9%
        2021-- $155,653 -1.3%
        2020$1,690 +7.8%$157,643 +8.8%
        2019$1,568 -43.7%$144,945 +13.8%
        2018$2,786 $127,336
        2017$2,786 +16.2%$127,336 +3.9%
        2016$2,396 +14.5%$122,591 +14.2%
        2015$2,093 $107,346 +12.4%
        2014$2,093 $95,462
        2013-- $95,462
        2012-- $95,462 -6.6%
        2011-- $102,171
        2010-- $102,171
        2009-- $102,171 -2.9%
        2007-- $105,233 +4.1%
        2006-- $101,075 +3.4%
        2005-- $97,738 +5.8%
        2004-- $92,400
        2003-- $92,400
        2002-- $92,400 +8.1%
        2001-- $85,500 +8.8%
        2000-- $78,600
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Edgebrook Area

        Getting around

        72 / 100
        Very Walkable
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        60 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Pearl Hall Elementary School
        • Middle: Milstead Middle School
        • High: South Houston High School

        Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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