Exceptional 4 bedroom home located in the highly desirable Shepherd Park Plaza area! This move in ready home features hand scraped hardwood flooring, granite counters in baths, travertine counters in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The master has a large walk in closet, bay window at the front of the home, The covered back patio is perfect for entertaining. Beautiful, rustic wood beams in the family room, walk to Shepherd Park. Includes a Water Softener/Filtration System!A must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
8,050 sq ftLot Size
$325Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Rosemarie Warren• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Claudette Callebs• Wanda Taylor Properties
Exceptional Shepherd Park Plaza home with open spaces, wood floors, four bedrooms and a nice backyard. This house is perfect for entertaining with great living areas. The dining room with a bay window is to the left of the entry, and the spacious den with a fireplace is at the back of the house, overlooking the backyard and kitchen with travertine and stainless appliances. Another room can be used as a study or playroom. Great secondary bedrooms & closets. Both baths have granite counters.
Public Records
Jul 29, 2013
Sold
*
HARMLS #29729571
Jul 7, 2013
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2013
Pending
—
Jun 18, 2013
Listed
$344,900
$157/sq ft
HARMLS #99121598
Nov 19, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Aug 24, 2012
Listed
$329,500
$150/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 2011
Sold
*
HARMLS #93657406
Apr 3, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 2011
Listed
$259,000
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,459 (+2.5%)
$322,000 + $405,390
$727,390
2024
$15,084 (+14.2%)
2023
$13,204 (+0.7%)
2022
$13,119 (+3.9%)
2021
$12,623 (+1.4%)
$289,800 + $251,825
$541,625
2020
$12,452 (+7.6%)
$241,500 + $277,484
$518,984
2019
$11,570 (+1.9%)
$241,500 + $236,299
$477,799
2018
$11,360 (−7.4%)
$241,500 + $207,428
$448,928
2017
$12,271 (+11.4%)
$241,500 + $244,203
$485,703
2016
$11,014 (+9.7%)
$241,500 + $244,203
$485,703
2015
$10,039 (+8.5%)
2014
$9,254 (+49.9%)
$201,250 + $158,750
$360,000
2013
$6,175 (−7.7%)
$201,250 + $158,750
$360,000
2012
$6,689 (+16.5%)
$140,875 + $100,440
$241,315
2011
$5,741 (+56.6%)
2010
$3,667 (+0.3%)
2009
$3,656
Tax history for 1126 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,459 (+2.5%)
$322,000 + $405,390
$727,390
2024
$15,084 (+14.2%)
2023
$13,204 (+0.7%)
2022
$13,119 (+3.9%)
2021
$12,623 (+1.4%)
$289,800 + $251,825
$541,625
2020
$12,452 (+7.6%)
$241,500 + $277,484
$518,984
2019
$11,570 (+1.9%)
$241,500 + $236,299
$477,799
2018
$11,360 (−7.4%)
$241,500 + $207,428
$448,928
2017
$12,271 (+11.4%)
$241,500 + $244,203
$485,703
2016
$11,014 (+9.7%)
$241,500 + $244,203
$485,703
2015
$10,039 (+8.5%)
2014
$9,254 (+49.9%)
$201,250 + $158,750
$360,000
2013
$6,175 (−7.7%)
$201,250 + $158,750
$360,000
2012
$6,689 (+16.5%)
$140,875 + $100,440
$241,315
2011
$5,741 (+56.6%)
2010
$3,667 (+0.3%)
2009
$3,656
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,050 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
2,196
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0953660000323
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Dec 31, 2019 • Final
Electrical pmt
Perform residential electrical work.
Electrical
Apr 19, 2011 • 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: Detached
Auto Garage Door Opener
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Master Bath with Shower Only, Tub with Shower
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 11
Breakfast Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Utility Room in House
Equipment
Electric Oven, Single Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Insulated/Low-E Windows, North/South Exposure
Alarm System (Owned), Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Prewired for Alarm System
Countertops: Granite, Travertine
Floors: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Room Type: Breakfast
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Master Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Features: Master Bath Shower Only
Room 8 Information
Location: 1st Floor
Features: Tub w/Shower
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Features: Formal
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 9
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 11 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces South
Siding: Brick Veneer, Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Patio/Deck, Porch
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 2
Legal Lot Description: LT 323 BLK 12 SHEPHERD PARK PLAZA SEC 2
Street Surface: Concrete, Curbs, Gutters
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 095-366-000-0323
Tax Amount: $11,360
Tax Year: 2018
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.5304
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Annual Maintenance: Voluntary
Maintenance Fee Pay Schedule: Annually
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 North, go North on Ella Blvd., Go past 43rd and turn Right on Thornton Rd. Home is on your left.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452K
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,196
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,050 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1964
County: Harris County
APN: 0953660000323
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: Rosemarie.Stieglitz@Sothebyshomes.com
Around this home
Schools
Durham Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Black Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Waltrip High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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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, 23 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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Estimated sale price
$679,000 – $822,000
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