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Last listed at $568,000, SOLD ON May 2021

$724,894

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $951/mo

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1,961

sq ft

1251 Thornton Rd, Houston, TX 77018

About this home

Welcome to 1251 Thornton Road in desirable Oak Forest neighborhood. Highly acclaimed Oak Forest Elementary is only a few blocks away, as is shopping, dining, and Candlelight Park with playgrounds and a basketball pavilion. This charming mid-century home is filled with plenty of updates for today’s lifestyles. Warm original hardwoods flow from the entry through the living and dining rooms and down the hall to two of the three spacious bedrooms. The kitchen shines with granite counters, a gas range and plenty of storage. A large den off the kitchen is the perfect place to settle enjoy the view of your spacious backyard. The primary suite is positioned just off the den. Outdoor living at its best with plenty of space for grilling, entertaining and some family fun under the shade of gorgeous, mature trees. Plus, you’ll appreciate the thoughtfully located, oversized mud/laundry/bonus space between the yard and adjoining garage. Welcome home. 1251 Thornton Road awaits.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

7,610 sq ftLot Size

$370Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Laura Perlman • Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Stacy Wahle • Keller Williams Realty The Woodlands

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•Source:HARMLS #25808422

Redfin Estimate

$724,894

$157K over list price of $568K

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This home's estimate is 8.7% higher than the average sale price ($667K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$660,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,808 sq ft
1167 Chamboard Ln, Houston, TX 77018
SOLD APR 7, 2026
$635,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,683 sq ft
1219 Candlelight Ln, Houston, TX 77018
SOLD DEC 18, 2025
$684,900
C
3 beds2 baths1,792 sq ft
1419 Richelieu Ln, Houston, TX 77018
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$735,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,567 sq ft
1154 Chamboard Ln, Houston, TX 77018
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$750,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,365 sq ft
1134 Thornton Rd, Houston, TX 77018
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$535,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,608 sq ft
1427 Cheshire Ln, Houston, TX 77018

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Market trends in 77018, TX

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.2%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$625K

$17K MoM

Avg. days on market

35d

2 days MoM

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Sale history for 1251 Thornton Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 13, 2021

Sold

HARMLS #25808422

May 12, 2021

Sold

$490K - $565K

Apr 29, 2021

Pending

—

Apr 19, 2021

Pending

—

Apr 9, 2021

Listed

$568,000

$290/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 20, 2015

Sold

HARMLS #26912164

Apr 17, 2015

Sold

$370K - $425K

Apr 6, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 26, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 19, 2015

Listed

$399,900

$204/sq ft

+14

Picture perfect 3 bdrm 2 bath home located mid block on one of Oak Forests best streets. Zoned to exemplary Oak Forest Elem. School & near area shops, restaurants & the park! Liv. & din. areas + comfortable den w/ fireplace overlooking spacious backyd! Updated kitchen w/ skylight incl. granite, tile and more. 3 nicely sized bdrms & 2 neutral baths. Mstr area split plan from other bdrms for privacy. Crown moldings and other very nice details. This lovely home ready for new owners to enjoy!

Public Records

Mar 22, 2010

Sold

HARMLS #66741143

Feb 7, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Feb 1, 2010

Listed

$215,000

$110/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 2006

Sold

Public Records

Aug 18, 2000

Sold

Public Records

Aug 1, 2000

Sold

$69/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 4, 1998

Sold

$58/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,863 (+1.9%)

$488,730 + $210,621

$699,351

2024

$14,584 (+18.8%)

$488,730 + $208,270

$697,000

2023

$12,281 (−4.7%)

$451,705 + $157,815

$609,520

2022

$12,883 (+19.0%)

$414,680 + $170,418

$585,098

2021

$10,824 (+4.8%)

$355,440 + $108,975

$464,415

2020

$10,325 (+4.1%)

$333,225 + $97,100

$430,325

2019

$9,918 (−5.4%)

$311,010 + $98,562

$409,572

2018

$10,485 (+0.2%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2017

$10,468

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2016

$10,477 (+53.6%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2015

$6,823 (+8.5%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2014

$6,290 (+10.5%)

$236,960 + $75,850

$312,810

2013

$5,693 (−3.3%)

$236,960 + $75,850

$312,810

2012

$5,889 (+7.8%)

$162,910 + $59,544

$222,454

2011

$5,464 (+75.0%)

2010

$3,123 (+0.3%)

2009

$3,114

Tax history for 1251 Thornton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$14,863 (+1.9%)

$488,730 + $210,621

$699,351

2024

$14,584 (+18.8%)

$488,730 + $208,270

$697,000

2023

$12,281 (−4.7%)

$451,705 + $157,815

$609,520

2022

$12,883 (+19.0%)

$414,680 + $170,418

$585,098

2021

$10,824 (+4.8%)

$355,440 + $108,975

$464,415

2020

$10,325 (+4.1%)

$333,225 + $97,100

$430,325

2019

$9,918 (−5.4%)

$311,010 + $98,562

$409,572

2018

$10,485 (+0.2%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2017

$10,468

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2016

$10,477 (+53.6%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2015

$6,823 (+8.5%)

$296,200 + $118,151

$414,351

2014

$6,290 (+10.5%)

$236,960 + $75,850

$312,810

2013

$5,693 (−3.3%)

$236,960 + $75,850

$312,810

2012

$5,889 (+7.8%)

$162,910 + $59,544

$222,454

2011

$5,464 (+75.0%)

2010

$3,123 (+0.3%)

2009

$3,114

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,610 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1950

Sq. Ft.

1,961

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Harris County

APN

0731000110014

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.

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Remodel

Nov 20, 2015 • Final

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Addition

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Property details

Parking

Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Attached & Detached

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Tub with Shower

Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs

Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Utility Room in House

Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Cooktop

Laundry Information
Gas Dryer Connections

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning Fireplace

Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric

Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Insulated/Low-E Windows, North/South Exposure
Refrigerator Included
Countertops: Granite
Floors: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor

Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 7
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor

Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor

Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Room Type: Den
Location: 1st Floor

Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor

Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor

Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 8
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor

Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor

Exterior

Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab

Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water

Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck

Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership

Lot Information
Section Num: 3
Legal Lot Description: LT 14 BLK 29 OAK FOREST SEC 3
Street Surface: Concrete
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax ID #: 073-100-011-0014
Tax Amount: $10,325
Tax Year: 2020
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.3994

Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, VA

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: Take Loop 610 North to Ella Blvd. Turn left on Ella Blvd. Turn left on Thornton Rd. Destination is on your left hand side.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452K

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,961
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,610 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Harris County
APN: 0731000110014

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026

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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, 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

$689,000 – $834,000

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Home values near 1251 Thornton Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1235 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3987 Sq. Ft.	$1,278,935
1313 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$1,391,784

Address	Redfin Estimate
1239 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1285 Sq. Ft.	$553,072
1309 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4337 Sq. Ft.	$1,632,796

Address	Redfin Estimate
1317 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3344 Sq. Ft.	$647,632
1305 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1690 Sq. Ft.	$585,059

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