Walk under the mature shade trees to an inviting covered porch complete with rocking chairs and a swing. Charming formals with today's sophisticated, airy decor greet you. Easy floor plan guides guests to the recently updated kitchen with a cozy banquette open to the family room. French doors open to the patio and spacious turfed yard. Downstairs primary suite with recently refreshed bath offers a relaxing retreat. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms and a game room that share a generously sized bathroom. Above the detached 2 car garage is a private guest room with a full bath. Conveniently located on a coveted block of University Park, steps from University Park Elementary, Highland Park High School, Snider Plaza, and Preston Center. Roof 2019, tankless hot water heater 2023, primary bath 2020, upstairs bath 2024, turfed yard 2020! Don't miss this opportunity to be home for the holidays!
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$906Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stephanie Pinkston• Allie Beth Allman & Assoc.
Listed by Margie Harris• Allie Beth Allman & Assoc.
Great drive-up, a most welcoming porch sets the tone for this charming cottage. Nice sized formals, an open kitchen den and first floor master both overlooking the back yard. 4th bedroom is being used as an upstairs living area. Detached garage with quarters. Walk to UP School, Curtis Park and Snider Plaza
Public Records
Apr 11, 1994
Sold
*
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 4, 1994
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 12, 1990
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,668 (+34.3%)
$1,470,000 + $777,050
$2,247,050
2024
$26,568 (+7.9%)
$1,295,000 + $334,960
$1,629,960
2023
$24,616 (+8.2%)
$1,015,000 + $455,360
$1,470,360
2022
$22,761 (+7.9%)
$875,000 + $327,120
$1,202,120
2021
$21,103 (−2.2%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2020
$21,571 (−0.7%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2019
$21,720 (−3.1%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2018
$22,420 (+4.9%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2017
$21,381 (+2.6%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2016
$20,848 (+13.7%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2015
$18,337 (+6.7%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2014
$17,181 (+6.0%)
$574,000 + $267,500
$841,500
2013
$16,205 (+4.6%)
$574,000 + $267,500
$841,500
2012
$15,499 (+1.0%)
$525,000 + $267,500
$792,500
2011
$15,350 (−9.3%)
2010
$16,930
2009
$16,930
Tax history for 3917 Amherst
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,668 (+34.3%)
$1,470,000 + $777,050
$2,247,050
2024
$26,568 (+7.9%)
$1,295,000 + $334,960
$1,629,960
2023
$24,616 (+8.2%)
$1,015,000 + $455,360
$1,470,360
2022
$22,761 (+7.9%)
$875,000 + $327,120
$1,202,120
2021
$21,103 (−2.2%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2020
$21,571 (−0.7%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2019
$21,720 (−3.1%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2018
$22,420 (+4.9%)
$840,000 + $208,930
$1,048,930
2017
$21,381 (+2.6%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2016
$20,848 (+13.7%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2015
$18,337 (+6.7%)
$805,000 + $208,930
$1,013,930
2014
$17,181 (+6.0%)
$574,000 + $267,500
$841,500
2013
$16,205 (+4.6%)
$574,000 + $267,500
$841,500
2012
$15,499 (+1.0%)
$525,000 + $267,500
$792,500
2011
$15,350 (−9.3%)
2010
$16,930
2009
$16,930
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1937
Sq. Ft.
2,846
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dallas County
APN
60218500790320000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Alley Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking & Garage
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Width: 22
Garage Length: 21
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Room Count: 15
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Number Of Living Areas: 3
Number Of Dining Areas: 1
Living Area: 2854.00
Levels: Two
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Decorative Lighting, Double Vanity, Dry Bar, Flat Screen Wiring, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet Available, In-Law Suite Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Window Features: Plantation Shutters
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Hall, Utility Room, Full Size W/D Area
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Fireplace
Room Dimensions: 22 x 13
Room Length: 22.00
Room Width: 13.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Length: 15.00
Room Width: 12.00
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: 1
Breakfast Bar, Built-in Cabinets, Eat-in Kitchen, Farm Sink, Galley Kitchen, Granite/Granite Type Countertop, Pantry, Second Sink