Must see this modern and contemporary house located on 1231 Thornton Rd in the Oak Forest subdivision ! Per Seller this home was purchased in 2016 and subsequently the interior was remodeled by award winning architect Brett Zamore. Many updates to the original home include beautiful bamboo floors and porcelain tiles, PEX piping, a main sewer line upgrade, cabinets, insulation, windows, interior/exterior doors, Wolf stove, and a pot water filler. The loft is an additional 196 square feet of storage space with a walk in attic for additional storage. Also, a new A/C unit and furnace as installed in 2016. Don't miss this chance to make this special home yours!!!!
Absolutely charming one story in the heart of it all! This updated Oak Forest gem has so much to offer! Kitchen is open to the dining/living area and offers a dine-in bar for ease in entertaining. The den is light and bright with views of the beautiful outdoor space. The gated driveway is visually appealing while enlarging the use of the backyard. Nicely appointed rooms, wood floors, owners have replaced AC/Furnace, double paned windows, roof, electric panel, paint 2016. Move in ready!
Public Records
May 9, 2005
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 25, 1992
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,891 (−0.1%)
$493,020 + $254,713
$747,733
2024
$15,907 (+9.2%)
$493,020 + $267,222
$760,242
2023
$14,565 (+4.6%)
$455,670 + $267,222
$722,892
2022
$13,927 (+3.9%)
2021
$13,401 (−6.9%)
$358,560 + $216,440
$575,000
2020
$14,396 (+5.4%)
$336,150 + $263,850
$600,000
2019
$13,665 (+5.3%)
2018
$12,981 (+28.8%)
$298,800 + $214,200
$513,000
2017
$10,080 (+39.6%)
$298,800 + $100,192
$398,992
2016
$7,220 (+9.7%)
$298,800 + $100,192
$398,992
2015
$6,581 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,066 (+10.5%)
$239,040 + $57,939
$296,979
2013
$5,490 (−0.4%)
$239,040 + $57,939
$296,979
2012
$5,512 (+10.5%)
$164,340 + $50,210
$214,550
2011
$4,990 (+78.6%)
2010
$2,795 (−41.5%)
2009
$4,777
Tax history for 1231 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,891 (−0.1%)
$493,020 + $254,713
$747,733
2024
$15,907 (+9.2%)
$493,020 + $267,222
$760,242
2023
$14,565 (+4.6%)
$455,670 + $267,222
$722,892
2022
$13,927 (+3.9%)
2021
$13,401 (−6.9%)
$358,560 + $216,440
$575,000
2020
$14,396 (+5.4%)
$336,150 + $263,850
$600,000
2019
$13,665 (+5.3%)
2018
$12,981 (+28.8%)
$298,800 + $214,200
$513,000
2017
$10,080 (+39.6%)
$298,800 + $100,192
$398,992
2016
$7,220 (+9.7%)
$298,800 + $100,192
$398,992
2015
$6,581 (+8.5%)
2014
$6,066 (+10.5%)
$239,040 + $57,939
$296,979
2013
$5,490 (−0.4%)
$239,040 + $57,939
$296,979
2012
$5,512 (+10.5%)
$164,340 + $50,210
$214,550
2011
$4,990 (+78.6%)
2010
$2,795 (−41.5%)
2009
$4,777
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,740 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
2,301
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0731000110019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Aug 15, 2017 • Final
Building pmt
Construct an addition to a residential building.
Addition
Aug 15, 2017 • Final
Grading , fill
Construct an addition to a residential building.
Addition
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Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Detached
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Interior Features
Room Count: 3
Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Electric
Cooling System: Central Electric
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Aluminum, Brick Veneer, Wood
Roof: Other
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water, Water District
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Lot Information
Section Num: 3
Legal Lot Description: LT 19 BLK 29 OAK FOREST SEC 3
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 073-100-011-0019
Tax Amount: $13,401
Tax Year: 2021
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.3307
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: From Downtown Houston take I-45 North to 610 west, exit north on Ella BLVD then take left on Thornton road.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452K
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,301
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,740 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Harris County
APN: 0731000110019
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Around this home
Schools
Oak Forest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Black Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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, 22 days in 30 years
8/10 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
$813,000 – $984,000
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