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General Description
minimizeThis classic West University home sparkles with updates and pride of ownership! Located on a prime, 7188 sf lot near Wier Park and Rice Village. Enjoy an expansive backyard with a covered gazebo for entertaining. This 4-bedroom, 3-1/2 bath home boasts large formals, study, marble/stainless kitchen with banquette, bar, and a gorgeous den with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the spacious backyard. The second level offers a large gameroom with built-ins. A primary suite with a fireplace, marble bath and office/bonus room is the icing on the cake. Sellers have taken excellent care of this home with many updates: 2021 roof, tankless hot water heater, bar/office addition. Fall in love with this charming West U home in a jewel of a location.
MLS#:
10724096 (HAR)
Sold Price Range:
$1,425,001 - $1,638,000
Listing Status:
Sold
Address:
2821 Amherst Street
City:
West University Place
State:
TX
Zip Code:
County:
Subdivision:
Legal Description:
LT 9 & TR 8A BLK 14 RICE COURT
Property Type:
Single-Family
Bedrooms:
4 Bedroom(s)
Baths:
3 Full & 1 Half Bath(s)
Garage(s):
2 / Attached
Stories:
2
Style:
Traditional
Year Built:
1984 / Appraisal District
Building Sqft.:
3,503 /Appraisal
Lot Size:
7,188 Sqft. /Appraisal District
Key Map©:
532B
Market Area:
Rooms/Lot Dimensions
Living:
19x14, 1st
Den:
18x14, 1st
Dining:
14x11, 1st
Kitchen:
13x11, 1st
Breakfast:
9x6, 1st
Primary Bedroom:
18x14, 2nd
Bedroom:
12x11, 2nd
Bedroom:
13x10, 2nd
Bedroom:
11x10, 2nd
Game Room:
22x17, 2nd
Library:
11x10, 1st
Extra Room:
10x9, 2nd
Utility Room Desc:
7x5, 1st
Interior Features
Fireplace:
2/Freestanding, Gas Connections, Gaslog Fireplace, Wood Burning Fireplace
Countertop:
honed granite, marble
Floors:
Marble Floors, Tile, Wood
Bedroom Description:
All Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Description:
Double Sinks, Primary Bath + Separate Shower, Primary w/Tub, Vanity Area, Whirlpool/Jetted Tub
Kitchen Description:
Island w/o Cooktop, Pantry, Under Cabinet Lighting
Room Description:
Breakfast Room, Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Gameroom Up, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living Area - 2nd Floor, Study/Library
Cooling:
Central Electric, Zoned
Heating:
Central Gas, Zoned
Connections:
Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Compactor:
No
Microwave:
Yes
Oven:
Convection Oven, Single Oven
Dishwasher:
Yes
Range:
Gas Cooktop
Disposal:
Yes
Ice Maker:
No
Energy Feature:
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, HVAC>13 SEER, North/South Exposure, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Interior:
Alarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Dry Bar, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Exterior Features
Roof:
Composition
Foundation:
Slab
Private Pool:
No
Exterior Type:
Brick
Lot Description:
Subdivision Lot
Garage Carport:
Auto Garage Door Opener, Double-Wide Driveway
Water Sewer:
Public Sewer, Public Water
Unit Location:
Subdivision Lot
Front Door Face:
North
Exterior:
Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Sprinkler System, Subdivision Tennis Court
Additional Information
Dwelling Type:
Free Standing
HOA Mandatory:
No
List Type:
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Buyer Agent Compensation*:
3%
Sub Agent Compensation*:
0%
Financial Information
Financing Considered:
Cash Sale, Conventional
Other Fees:
No
Ownership:
Full Ownership
Maintenance Fee:
No
Taxes w/o Exemp:
$27, 903/2020
Tax Rate:
2.1316
Selling Agent and Brokerage
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Property Tax
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Cost/sqft based on Market Value
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $476.73 | $1,670,000 | 12.62% | $1,631,135 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $423.31 | $1,482,850 | -0.46% | $1,482,850 | 8.80% |
| 2021 | $425.25 | $1,489,649 | 13.80% | $1,362,900 | 4.12% |
| 2020 | $373.68 | $1,309,001 | 1.69% | $1,309,001 | 1.69% |
| 2019 | $367.46 | $1,287,200 | 5.42% | $1,287,200 | 5.42% |
| 2018 | $348.56 | $1,221,000 | 0.00% | $1,221,000 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $348.56 | $1,221,000 | 0.00% | $1,221,000 | 4.92% |
| 2016 | $348.56 | $1,221,000 | 0.00% | $1,163,693 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $348.56 | $1,221,000 | 21.11% | $1,057,903 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $287.81 | $1,008,200 | 15.32% | $961,730 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $249.59 | $874,300 | -1.76% | $874,300 | -1.76% |
| 2012 | $254.07 | $890,000 | $890,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value
| Market Land Value: | $1,042,260 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $627,740 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,670,000 |
2023 Tax Rates
| HOUSTON ISD: | 1.0372 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3437 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0306 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0080 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1483 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0049 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0956 % |
| W UNIVERSITY PLACE CITY OF: | 0.2774 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.9457 % |
Estimated Mortgage/Tax
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$8,179 Monthly
| Estimated Monthly Principal & Interest (Based on the calculation below) | $ 5,534 |
| Estimated Monthly Property Tax (Based on Tax Assessment 2023) | $ 2,645 |
| Home Owners Insurance | Get a Quote |
Subdivision Facts
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Subdivision Name:
Rice Court
County / Zip Code:
77005
Single Family Properties:
350
Average Bedrooms:
3.60
Average Baths:
3.49
Median Square Ft.:
2,970
Median Lot Square Ft.:
5,250
Median Year Built:
1945
Median Appraised Value:
$1,279,089
Neighborhood Value Range:
$845 - $1908 K
Median Price / Square ft.:
$523.13
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Schools
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