Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to purchase in the highly desirable Shepherd Park Plaza! This custom built home has been owned by the same family since it's original construction in 1963! Situated on a large corner lot with gorgeous old shade trees, it features a huge 3 car brick garage with an attached 3 car carport, backyard storage bldg, & back patio. Some updates have been done over the years and it is now waiting for you to put your personal touches to it! Central vacuum system installed 1999, HVAC replaced w/ 4 ton York 14 Seer compressor, inside a/c & heating unit and all new duct work 2005, New roof 2011, Re-piped entire house with Grade A PEX piping and replaced water service from meter to house 2017, New wood privacy fence in back and side of back yard 2018. Home offers 3 beds, 2 baths, formal living & dining rooms, breakfast room, kitchen, indoor laundry room, large family room with tile, wood paneling, beamed ceiling, and a gas log fireplace. AND it has NEVER FLOODED!
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
1963Year Built
8,625 sq ftLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Wanda Barlow• Century 21 Hardee-Team Realty
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,962 (−0.3%)
$333,500 + $182,298
$515,798
2024
$10,999 (+14.2%)
2023
$9,629 (−8.6%)
$300,150 + $177,753
$477,903
2022
$10,536 (+3.9%)
2021
$10,138 (+2.3%)
$300,150 + $134,850
$435,000
2020
$9,910 (+4.0%)
$250,125 + $162,875
$413,000
2019
$9,532 (−0.5%)
$250,125 + $143,501
$393,626
2018
$9,584 (+9.4%)
$250,125 + $128,629
$378,754
2017
$8,759 (+9.9%)
2016
$7,970 (+9.7%)
2015
$7,264 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,696 (+10.5%)
$208,438 + $132,875
$341,313
2013
$6,060 (−1.8%)
$208,438 + $132,875
$341,313
2012
$6,173 (−38.7%)
$145,906 + $90,912
$236,818
2011
$10,077 (+188.8%)
2010
$3,489 (−41.5%)
2009
$5,965
Tax history for 1046 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,962 (−0.3%)
$333,500 + $182,298
$515,798
2024
$10,999 (+14.2%)
2023
$9,629 (−8.6%)
$300,150 + $177,753
$477,903
2022
$10,536 (+3.9%)
2021
$10,138 (+2.3%)
$300,150 + $134,850
$435,000
2020
$9,910 (+4.0%)
$250,125 + $162,875
$413,000
2019
$9,532 (−0.5%)
$250,125 + $143,501
$393,626
2018
$9,584 (+9.4%)
$250,125 + $128,629
$378,754
2017
$8,759 (+9.9%)
2016
$7,970 (+9.7%)
2015
$7,264 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,696 (+10.5%)
$208,438 + $132,875
$341,313
2013
$6,060 (−1.8%)
$208,438 + $132,875
$341,313
2012
$6,173 (−38.7%)
$145,906 + $90,912
$236,818
2011
$10,077 (+188.8%)
2010
$3,489 (−41.5%)
2009
$5,965
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,625 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
2,028
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0953680000367
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Aug 7, 2025 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Jun 8, 2017 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached/Detached, Oversized
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Master Bath with Shower Only
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs
Interior Features
Room Count: 9
Breakfast Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Breakfast Bar, Under Cabinet Lighting
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans
Alarm System (Owned), Central Vacuum, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Refrigerator Included
Countertops: Formica
Floors: Carpet, Tile
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 19
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Room Type: Breakfast
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 15
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 9 x 6
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Brick Veneer
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck, Storage Shed
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 02
Legal Lot Description: LT 367 BLK 14 SHEPHERD PARK PLAZA SEC 2
Street Surface: Concrete, Curbs
Lot Description: Corner, Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 095-368-000-0367
Tax Amount: $9,960
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.5304
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, VA
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: DURHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: From 610 Exit Ella Blvd, go north on Ella to right on W 43rd, left on Alba, left on Chamboard, rt on Alba, left on Thornton. House is on the corner of Thornton and Cliff Haven Dr. Look for the C-21 sign.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452L
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,028
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,625 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Harris County
APN: 0953680000367
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Home Information
Dwelling Type: Free Standing
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: wjbarlow@sbcglobal.net
Around this home
Schools
Durham Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Black Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Waltrip High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$617,000 – $747,000
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