For sale

Price cut: $5K (6/8)

$294,900

809 E 40th St, Houston, TX 77022

3beds

1,152sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2004

3,998 Square Feet Lot

$286,900 Zestimate^®

$256/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fresh neutral paintModern lighting throughoutNew flooringBeautifully maintained landscapingPrivate drivewayInviting covered front porchOpen-concept layout

Free electricity in Houston?! Super cute bungalow in Independent Heights just minutes from Downtown Houston! This fully updated 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom home features an open-concept layout with new flooring, fresh neutral paint, and modern lighting throughout. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, sleek cabinetry w/ pull-out shelving in the built-in pantry, and a large Quartz island perfect for entertaining. Major upgrades include updated PEX plumbing beneath the home and within the guest bathroom shower wall (2021), New Roof in (2025) and a Tesla solar system with Powerwall 3 backup battery installed (2024). The system includes an 11.5 kWh solar array and 13 kWh battery, allowing you to take advantage of “free nights” electricity plans for extremely low energy costs. Enjoy a private driveway, inviting covered front porch, and beautifully maintained landscaping. Easy access to major roadways makes commuting a breeze!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Utility Room

Primary bathroom

Features: Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo

Kitchen

Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry

Heating

Electric, Solar

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Solar Assisted

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Electric Oven, Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Prewired for Alarm System, All Bedrooms Down, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
Windows: Window Coverings

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,152
Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: No Garage, Driveway

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck
Exterior features: Sprinkler System

Lot

Size: 3,998 Square Feet
Dimensions: 100 x 40
Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Details

Parcel number: 0211350680005

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Cement Siding
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2004

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Prewired for Alarm System
Subdivision: Independence Heights Park

Location

Region: Houston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $256/sqft
Tax assessed value: $250,246
Annual tax amount: $4,216
Date on market: 4/2/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Full Ownership

Estimated market value

$286,900

$273,000 - $301,000

$1,698/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/26/2026	Listed for rent	$1,795$2/sqft
Source: HAR #36406057 Report a problem
6/8/2026	Price change	$294,900-1.7%$256/sqft
Source: HAR #5952260 Report a problem
4/2/2026	Listed for sale	$299,900+87.6%$260/sqft
Source: HAR #5952260 Report a problem
12/18/2018	Sold	--
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
10/31/2018	Pending sale	$159,900$139/sqft
Source: Casa Bella Properties #12928052 Report a problem
8/8/2018	Price change	$159,900-11.1%$139/sqft
Source: Casa Bella Properties #12928052 Report a problem
5/21/2018	Listed for sale	$179,900$156/sqft
Source: Casa Bella Properties #12928052 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,149 -0.3%	$250,246 +31.5%
2024	$2,156 +21.2%	$190,266 +1%
2023	$1,779	$188,423 -4.5%
2022	--	$197,314 +14.9%
2021	--	$171,724 +5.2%
2020	--	$163,228 +5.3%
2019	$2,726 +1311.9%	$155,000 +7.7%
2018	$193	$143,917 +8.1%
2017	$193	$133,118 +53.8%
2016	$193 -38.3%	$86,532 +15.1%
2015	$313	$75,205 -4.2%
2014	$313	$78,525 +15.5%
2013	--	$67,959
2012	--	$67,959
2011	--	$67,959
2010	--	$67,959 -20.5%
2009	--	$85,468 +7.9%
2007	--	$79,189
2006	--	$79,189 +22.2%
2005	--	$64,818 +1196.4%
2004	--	$5,000 +150%
2003	--	$2,000
2002	--	$2,000
2001	--	$2,000
2000	--	$2,000

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