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For sale by owner
  • $995,000

    522 James St, Tomball, TX 77375

    5beds
    2,145sqft
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    $7,045/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 2021
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $394,100 Zestimate®
    $464/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Timeless architectural characterMetal roof
    Inspired by Historic Old Town Tomball, this approximately 2,145-square-foot home combines timeless architectural character with the efficiency, craftsmanship and luxury finishes of modern construction. Built in 2021, the home was thoughtfully designed to complement its historic surroundings while offering the comfort and performance of a new build. An additional approximately 541 square feet of covered and screened porches brings the combined indoor and covered outdoor living space to nearly 2,700 square feet. These generous outdoor spaces are made for entertaining, morning coffee, evening gatherings and enjoying the atmosphere of Old Town. The home was constructed with durability and efficiency in mind, including extensive spray-foam insulation throughout, beneath the home, and between the first and second floors, along with a metal roof and an engineered helical-pier foundation system. The sellers report electric bills typically below approximately $400 per month. What truly sets this property apart, however, is the Old Town Tomball lifestyle. Step outside your front door and experience one of the Houston area's most charming historic town centers on foot, bike or cart. Locally owned boutiques, bookstores, bakeries, coffee shops, restaurants, breweries and antique shops are all part of the neighborhood, with Tomball's popular festivals, markets and community events happening just down the street. It's a rare opportunity to enjoy the walkability and personality of a small historic Texas town while remaining connected to the amenities and opportunities of the greater Houston metropolitan area. The offering becomes even more distinctive with the adjoining 526 James Street parcel. Together, 522 and 526 James Street comprise two contiguous 7,500-square-foot parcels totaling approximately 15,000 square feet, or 0.344 acre, providing exceptional space and flexibility in the heart of Old Town. An added advantage: the alley has already been professionally engineered, with approximately $6,000 in planning and engineering work completed—giving the next owner a valuable head start should they choose to move forward with the improvement. The property’s Old Town setting also provides opportunities for a home office, small business or future mixed-use possibilities. It’s a rare combination of luxury, land, walkability and authentic Old Town character—right in the heart of one of Tomball’s most sought-after settings.
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Other
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Trash compactor, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Basement: None
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,145 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Off-street
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood, Cement / Concrete, Metal
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Park, City
      Lot
      • Size: 0.34 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1226820000001

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Crawl/Raised
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2021

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Tomball

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $464/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $345,016
      • Annual tax amount: $3,962
      • Date on market: 9/5/2026

        Estimated market value

        $394,100

        $359,000 - $434,000

        $2,996/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/5/2026Listed for sale$995,000+73%$464/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/16/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/2/2023Listed for rent$4,500$2/sqft
        Source: HAR #91530680 Report a problem
        4/2/2023Listing removed--
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        3/14/2023Listed for rent$4,500$2/sqft
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        5/24/2022Listing removed--
        Source: HAR #12217935 Report a problem
        2/9/2022Listed for sale$575,000+43.8%$268/sqft
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        10/22/2021Listing removed--
        Source: HAR #97718733 Report a problem
        7/6/2021Listed for sale$400,000+12.7%$186/sqft
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        2/1/2021Listing removed--
        Source: HAR #42745891 Report a problem
        12/8/2020Listed for sale$355,000$166/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,962 -8.4%$345,016 -8.3%
        2024$4,327 +21.3%$376,100 +8.2%
        2023$3,566 +452.8%$347,667 +451.9%
        2022$645 $63,000 +38.5%
        2021-- $45,500 +30%
        2020$401 +23.3%$35,000 +25%
        2019$326 -53.9%$28,000
        2018$707 $28,000
        2017$707 +0.2%$28,000
        2016$706 -1%$28,000
        2015$713 $28,000
        2014$713 $28,000
        2013-- $28,000
        2012-- $28,000
        2011-- $28,000
        2010-- $28,000
        2009-- $28,000
        2008-- $28,000
        2007-- $28,000
        2006-- $28,000 +33.3%
        2005-- $21,000 +100%
        2004-- $10,500
        2003-- $10,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 77375

        Getting around

        19 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        29 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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