Beautiful remodeled 2/2 1/2 townhome tucked away in desirable Memorial West. This charming townhome has been updated inside and out. The updated kitchen has newly painted cabinetry, Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a new pantry, and a wine rack that was added above the refrigerator. The living room overlooks the atrium. The primary bedroom retreat is spacious & the ensuite features a walk-in shower, vanity w/ double sinks. The upstairs large bedroom with a balcony overlooking the living room w/ a full bathroom. The outside patio can be extended for future growth including a third bedroom, jack, and jill bath or you can make it a private patio by installing a privacy fence and floating deck for a patio retreat. The roof can also be extended over the garage to add a simple shade sail to cover the area. Additional upgrades include outside brick, Trane 16 Seer HVAC system, Remi Halo System, Upgraded Thermostat, Roof Replacement. This is a GEM and you do not want to miss it!
TownhomeProperty Type
1973Year Built
2,162 sq ftLot Size
$172Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rosa Ellen Story• RE/MAX Universal Vintage
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,731 (+10.0%)
2025
$7,028 (−2.6%)
$100,000 + $230,712
$330,712
2024
$7,219 (+11.1%)
$100,000 + $245,024
$345,024
2023
$6,499 (+14.9%)
$68,000 + $254,542
$322,542
2022
$5,655 (+3.9%)
2021
$5,441 (−10.0%)
$68,000 + $165,470
$233,470
2020
$6,046 (−0.9%)
$68,000 + $183,980
$251,980
2019
$6,102 (−2.5%)
$68,000 + $183,980
$251,980
2018
$6,257 (+0.2%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2017
$6,247 (+6.1%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2016
$5,889 (+9.7%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2015
$5,368 (+8.5%)
2014
$4,948 (+10.5%)
$60,000 + $158,700
$218,700
2013
$4,478 (−7.5%)
$60,000 + $158,700
$218,700
2012
$4,840 (−40.7%)
$60,000 + $115,000
$175,000
2011
$8,164 (+188.8%)
2010
$2,827 (−5.1%)
2009
$2,980
Tax history for 1640 S Gessner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,731 (+10.0%)
2025
$7,028 (−2.6%)
$100,000 + $230,712
$330,712
2024
$7,219 (+11.1%)
$100,000 + $245,024
$345,024
2023
$6,499 (+14.9%)
$68,000 + $254,542
$322,542
2022
$5,655 (+3.9%)
2021
$5,441 (−10.0%)
$68,000 + $165,470
$233,470
2020
$6,046 (−0.9%)
$68,000 + $183,980
$251,980
2019
$6,102 (−2.5%)
$68,000 + $183,980
$251,980
2018
$6,257 (+0.2%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2017
$6,247 (+6.1%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2016
$5,889 (+9.7%)
$68,000 + $179,286
$247,286
2015
$5,368 (+8.5%)
2014
$4,948 (+10.5%)
$60,000 + $158,700
$218,700
2013
$4,478 (−7.5%)
$60,000 + $158,700
$218,700
2012
$4,840 (−40.7%)
$60,000 + $115,000
$175,000
2011
$8,164 (+188.8%)
2010
$2,827 (−5.1%)
2009
$2,980
*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
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,162 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
1,940
Year built
1973
Style
Townhouse
County
Harris County
APN
1061630000008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
May 4, 2011 • Final
Building pmt
Perform foundation repairs on a residential building using piers.
Remodel
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: Attached
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking: Auto Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Shower Only
Bedroom Information
1 Bedroom Upstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
1 Living Area, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in Garage
Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator
Electric Oven
Electric Cooktop
Laundry Information
Laundry Location: Utility Room In Garage
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration > 13, Cellulose Insulation
School Elementary: WALNUT BEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: REVERE MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Central West
Directions: From the Bellway 8 head west on Briar Forest, turn RIGHT onto Gessner. Take THIRD driveway RIGHT. Property is the second home on the RIGHT.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 490N
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,940
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2,162 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Harris County
APN: 1061630000008
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Around this home
Schools
Walnut Bend Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Revere Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Westside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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 110° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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