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General Description
minimizeEnduring charm, desirable location and enviable lot (7500sq ft per HCAD) are just a few phrases to describe 3123 Amherst. An institution to many, Amherst embodies the essence of West U history. Priced at lot value, this home is bathed in natural light and provides a generous floorplan for entertaining and everyday living. The original home (1934 per HCAD) boasts a spacious primary suite for its time. A 2004 addition included an enormous garage, updated kitchen and gameroom with a half bath/utility,workstation and built-ins including a daybed. 3123 Amherst is poised for a tasteful renovation or a second act for this twenty first century. All info per seller
MLS#:
31957336 (HAR)
Sold Price Range:
$1,242,001 - $1,425,000
Listing Status:
Sold
Address:
3123 Amherst Street
City:
West University Place
State:
TX
Zip Code:
County:
Subdivision:
Legal Description:
TRS 2 & 3A BLK 3 RICE COURT
Property Type:
Single-Family
Bedrooms:
3 Bedroom(s)
Baths:
2 Full & 2 Half Bath(s)
Garage(s):
2 / Attached
Stories:
2
Style:
Traditional
Year Built:
1934 / Appraisal District
Building Sqft.:
3,028 /Appraisal
Lot Size:
7,500 Sqft. /Appraisal District
Key Map©:
532B
Market Area:
Rooms/Lot Dimensions
Living:
20X13, 1st
Dining:
14X14, 1st
Kitchen:
20X10, 1st
Primary Bedroom:
20X13, 2nd
Bedroom:
13X11, 2nd
Bedroom:
11X11, 2nd
Game Room:
20X18, 2nd
Library:
14X9, 1st
Interior Features
Fireplace:
1/Mock Fireplace
Countertop:
GRANITE
Floors:
Tile, Wood
Kitchen Description:
Island w/o Cooktop, Pantry
Bedroom Description:
All Bedrooms Up
Room Description:
Formal Dining, Formal Living, Gameroom Up, Living Area - 1st Floor, Study/Library, Utility Room in House
Bathroom Description:
Half Bath, Primary w/Tub
Heating:
Central Gas
Cooling:
Central Electric
Connections:
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Microwave:
Yes
Oven:
Double Oven, Electric Oven
Range:
Gas Cooktop
Dishwasher:
Yes
Ice Maker:
No
Compactor:
No
Disposal:
Yes
Interior:
Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, Refrigerator Included
Exterior Features
Roof:
Composition
Foundation:
Pier & Beam
Private Pool:
No
Exterior Type:
Brick, Cement Board, Wood
Lot Description:
Subdivision Lot
Garage Carport:
Auto Garage Door Opener
Water Sewer:
Public Sewer, Public Water
Front Door Face:
North
Unit Location:
Subdivision Lot
Area Pool:
Yes
Exterior:
Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced
Additional Information
HOA Mandatory:
No
Dwelling Type:
Free Standing
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
Maintenance Fee:
No
Taxes w/o Exemp:
$22, 435/2020
Tax Rate:
2.1316
Listing Broker:
Greenwood King PropertiesProperty Tax
minimizeMarket Value Per Appraisal District
Cost/sqft based on Market Value
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $359.15 | $1,087,500 | -13.85% | $1,087,500 | -13.85% |
| 2022 | $416.90 | $1,262,373 | 1.08% | $1,262,373 | 9.04% |
| 2021 | $412.46 | $1,248,933 | 18.67% | $1,157,708 | 10.00% |
| 2020 | $347.58 | $1,052,462 | 2.50% | $1,052,462 | 2.50% |
| 2019 | $339.10 | $1,026,780 | 6.33% | $1,026,780 | 6.33% |
| 2018 | $318.90 | $965,620 | 0.00% | $965,620 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $318.90 | $965,620 | 0.00% | $965,620 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | $318.90 | $965,620 | 0.00% | $965,620 | 4.42% |
| 2015 | $318.90 | $965,620 | 13.27% | $924,768 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $281.54 | $852,513 | 11.55% | $840,699 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $252.40 | $764,272 | 0.00% | $764,272 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $252.40 | $764,272 | $764,272 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value
| Market Land Value: | $1,087,500 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $0 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,087,500 |
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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$6,270 Monthly
| Estimated Monthly Principal & Interest (Based on the calculation below) | $ 4,507 |
| Estimated Monthly Property Tax (Based on Tax Assessment 2023) | $ 1,763 |
| Home Owners Insurance | Get a Quote |
Subdivision Facts
minimize2023 Subdivision Facts
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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ASSIGNED SCHOOLS
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