This charming brick home with updated low maintenance landscaping is on an oversized lot and zoned to Oak Forest Elementary. This well executed floor plan boasts 3 beds & 2 baths in addition to large detached 2 car garage. Kitchen features granite countertops & SS appliance package. Beautiful hard wood floors, updated baths & soothing paint tones enhance the feel of this home. Large yard with ample room for a pool.
Renovated home located in the heart of Oak Forest. Exterior highlights are an 8500+ sq. ft. lot, all brick exterior, new windows, new 30 yr roof roof, fully fenced backyard & a large two car detached garage. The interior offers an open floor plan w/ three bdrms & two baths, hardwood floors & crown molding thruout, new kitchen w/ granite counters, new HVAC & renovated baths. The master bath includes dbl. sinks, large walk in shower while the bedroom offers his & hers closets. Zoned O. F. Elementary.
Public Records
Jan 24, 2012
Sold
*
HARMLS #79612850
Jan 16, 2012
Sold
$160K - $185K
Dec 27, 2011
Listing Removed
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Oct 7, 2011
Listed
$199,900
$127/sq ft
Public Records
May 14, 2008
Sold
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Public Records
May 14, 2008
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Public Records
May 14, 2008
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May 14, 2008
Sold
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Public Records
May 23, 2007
Sold
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Public Records
Jan 2, 1995
Sold
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* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,502 (−3.5%)
$518,793 + $69,459
$588,252
2024
$12,960 (+12.3%)
$518,793 + $100,614
$619,407
2023
$11,542 (+0.7%)
2022
$11,467 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,034 (+5.6%)
$377,304 + $96,142
$473,446
2020
$10,452 (+9.0%)
2019
$9,589 (+5.3%)
2018
$9,110 (−2.5%)
$314,420 + $45,580
$360,000
2017
$9,347
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2016
$9,355 (+3.9%)
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2015
$9,003 (+8.5%)
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2014
$8,299 (+10.5%)
$251,536 + $87,446
$338,982
2013
$7,511 (+48.2%)
$251,536 + $87,446
$338,982
2012
$5,066 (+20.8%)
$172,931 + $120,569
$293,500
2011
$4,195 (+65.5%)
2010
$2,535 (+0.3%)
2009
$2,528
Tax history for 1539 Thornton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,502 (−3.5%)
$518,793 + $69,459
$588,252
2024
$12,960 (+12.3%)
$518,793 + $100,614
$619,407
2023
$11,542 (+0.7%)
2022
$11,467 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,034 (+5.6%)
$377,304 + $96,142
$473,446
2020
$10,452 (+9.0%)
2019
$9,589 (+5.3%)
2018
$9,110 (−2.5%)
$314,420 + $45,580
$360,000
2017
$9,347
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2016
$9,355 (+3.9%)
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2015
$9,003 (+8.5%)
$314,420 + $55,580
$370,000
2014
$8,299 (+10.5%)
$251,536 + $87,446
$338,982
2013
$7,511 (+48.2%)
$251,536 + $87,446
$338,982
2012
$5,066 (+20.8%)
$172,931 + $120,569
$293,500
2011
$4,195 (+65.5%)
2010
$2,535 (+0.3%)
2009
$2,528
*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
8,521 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
1,575
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0731000580001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Apr 9, 2012 • Final
Hvac
Work on a residential mechanical system.
HVAC
Mar 13, 2000 • 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
Driveway Gate
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Shower Only
Bedroom Information
2 Bedrooms Downstairs, All Bedrooms Downstairs, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
1 Living Area, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Utility Room in House
Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Range
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Utility Room in House
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Fiberglass Insulation
Alarm System (Owned), Breakfast Bar, Fire/Smoke Alarm
Countertops: Granite
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Room Type: Living Room
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Kitchen
Features: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Features: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 19 x 10
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room Type: Utility
Location: In House
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Master Bath
Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath Shower Only
Exterior
Building Information
Faces West
Siding: Brick & Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Defects: No Known Defects, Seller's Disclosure Attached
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Public Pool Area
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck
Property Information
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Access: Automatic Gate
Section Num: 9
Legal Lot Description: LT 1 BLK 82 OAK FOREST SEC 9
Street Surface: Asphalt
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 073-100-058-0001
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, VA
Loan Assumable: Unknown
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 610 N. Loop and T C Jester: turn left on E. T C Jester, continue straight as it turns into Rosslyn, turn right on W. 43rd Street, turn left on Thornton Rd. The property is located on the right.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452J
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,575
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,521 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Harris County
APN: 0731000580001
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Listing Office & Agent Information
TREC License Number: 0393316
Around this home
Schools
Oak Forest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Black Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Waltrip High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
$584,000 – $707,000
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