Owner/Broker. Great house zoned to Oak Forest Elementary. Located on an oversized corner lot (8400sf). Roof (2017), Windows (2018), Bathrooms updated, kitchen updated, refinished wood floors, and much more. 2-Car Detached Garage with a double driveway. Rooms sizes approximate. Buyer to Verify
Recently updated Oak Forest gem with 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage and oversized lot. Zoned to Oak Forest Elementary and walking distance to library, parks, shopping and schools. Completely renovated kitchen and bathrooms, refinished solid red oak hardwoods (no carpeting), new tile in kitchen & den, lighting, plumbing hardware, paint & ceiling fans throughout. Floorplan is well laid out so the home feels very spacious. Huge backyard, large patio and privacy fencing.
Public Records
Dec 11, 2013
Sold
*
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,634 (−3.7%)
$514,800 + $32,612
$547,412
2024
$12,087 (+8.1%)
$514,800 + $62,862
$577,662
2023
$11,182 (+5.1%)
$475,800 + $79,200
$555,000
2022
$10,640 (+9.3%)
$436,800 + $46,400
$483,200
2021
$9,734 (+6.8%)
2020
$9,110 (+9.0%)
2019
$8,358 (+3.5%)
$327,600 + $17,558
$345,158
2018
$8,072 (+0.2%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2017
$8,059
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2016
$8,066 (+8.6%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2015
$7,428 (+1.8%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2014
$7,297 (+44.8%)
$249,600 + $34,289
$283,889
2013
$5,039 (+1.8%)
$249,600 + $34,289
$283,889
2012
$4,951 (−36.8%)
$171,600 + $49,180
$220,780
2011
$7,833 (+65.3%)
2010
$4,740 (+0.2%)
2009
$4,733
Tax history for 1349 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,634 (−3.7%)
$514,800 + $32,612
$547,412
2024
$12,087 (+8.1%)
$514,800 + $62,862
$577,662
2023
$11,182 (+5.1%)
$475,800 + $79,200
$555,000
2022
$10,640 (+9.3%)
$436,800 + $46,400
$483,200
2021
$9,734 (+6.8%)
2020
$9,110 (+9.0%)
2019
$8,358 (+3.5%)
$327,600 + $17,558
$345,158
2018
$8,072 (+0.2%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2017
$8,059
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2016
$8,066 (+8.6%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2015
$7,428 (+1.8%)
$312,000 + $7,000
$319,000
2014
$7,297 (+44.8%)
$249,600 + $34,289
$283,889
2013
$5,039 (+1.8%)
$249,600 + $34,289
$283,889
2012
$4,951 (−36.8%)
$171,600 + $49,180
$220,780
2011
$7,833 (+65.3%)
2010
$4,740 (+0.2%)
2009
$4,733
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
1,354
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0731000110001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Jul 20, 2012 • 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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Gas Dryer Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 12' x 14.5'
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 11' x 12'
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 11' x 12'
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Stone & Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 3
Legal Lot Description: LT 1 BLK 29 OAK FOREST SEC 3
Street Surface: Asphalt
Lot Description: Corner
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 073-100-011-0001
Tax Amount: $8,072
Tax Year: 2018
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.5304
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Annual Maintenance: Voluntary
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: North on Ella, Left on Thornton, House in Left Corner of Thornton and Oak Forest Dr. Home is on the corner of Oak Forest
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452K
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,354
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Harris County
APN: 0731000110001
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: gallowaystone@gmail.com
Around this home
Schools
Oak Forest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Black Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
$545,000 – $659,000
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