Located in Southgate, this charming and updated 1930s home sits on a spacious 7,239 square foot lot. It features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a garage studio apartment. The first floor openly flows from the family room to an updated island kitchen with wet bar and beverage fridge, a versatile living/dining, home office, and a half bath. Upstairs living is highlighted by a large primary bedroom with an en suite bathroom and private balcony overlooking the backyard. There are also two additional bedrooms, each with an updated bathroom. The utility room is conveniently located upstairs as well. The expansive backyard features a sparkling pool and outdoor living space that includes a covered patio and additional deck area. Above the carport is a studio apartment with a full kitchen and bathroom, perfect for a guest or nanny quarters. Just a short walk from Rice Village, Rice University, and the Med Center, this updated home and prime location are a perfect pairing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
7,239 sq ftLot Size
$577Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by David Houston• New Leaf Real Estate
Bought with Caroline Bean• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,131 (+2.9%)
$859,883 + $463,771
$1,323,654
2025
$27,340 (−2.2%)
$859,883 + $426,574
$1,286,457
2024
$27,969 (+6.5%)
$764,340 + $572,391
$1,336,731
2023
$26,251 (−9.5%)
$764,340 + $538,538
$1,302,878
2022
$28,999 (+14.7%)
$700,645 + $616,351
$1,316,996
2021
$25,293 (−4.6%)
$636,950 + $448,268
$1,085,218
2020
$26,521 (−4.8%)
$636,950 + $468,366
$1,105,316
2019
$27,848 (+12.4%)
$636,950 + $513,050
$1,150,000
2018
$24,786 (−6.6%)
$605,103 + $374,397
$979,500
2017
$26,540
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2016
$26,563 (+24.7%)
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2015
$21,293 (+36.1%)
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2014
$15,649 (+19.6%)
$477,713 + $131,048
$608,761
2013
$13,082 (+10.0%)
$477,713 + $131,048
$608,761
2012
$11,892 (−56.7%)
$439,496 + $71,708
$511,204
2011
$27,477 (+68.7%)
2010
$16,290 (+6.3%)
2009
$15,326
Tax history for 2171 Dryden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,131 (+2.9%)
$859,883 + $463,771
$1,323,654
2025
$27,340 (−2.2%)
$859,883 + $426,574
$1,286,457
2024
$27,969 (+6.5%)
$764,340 + $572,391
$1,336,731
2023
$26,251 (−9.5%)
$764,340 + $538,538
$1,302,878
2022
$28,999 (+14.7%)
$700,645 + $616,351
$1,316,996
2021
$25,293 (−4.6%)
$636,950 + $448,268
$1,085,218
2020
$26,521 (−4.8%)
$636,950 + $468,366
$1,105,316
2019
$27,848 (+12.4%)
$636,950 + $513,050
$1,150,000
2018
$24,786 (−6.6%)
$605,103 + $374,397
$979,500
2017
$26,540
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2016
$26,563 (+24.7%)
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2015
$21,293 (+36.1%)
$605,103 + $445,438
$1,050,541
2014
$15,649 (+19.6%)
$477,713 + $131,048
$608,761
2013
$13,082 (+10.0%)
$477,713 + $131,048
$608,761
2012
$11,892 (−56.7%)
$439,496 + $71,708
$511,204
2011
$27,477 (+68.7%)
2010
$16,290 (+6.3%)
2009
$15,326
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,239 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1936
Sq. Ft.
2,652
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0640920000002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Apr 22, 2016 • Final
Building pmt
Construct a new residential swimming pool.
Pool and hot tub
Mar 29, 2016 • Final
Grading , fill
Construct a new residential swimming pool.
Grading
Pool and hot tub
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 Apt Qtr SF: 360
Garage Apt Qtr SF Source: Seller
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Half Bath, Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Master Bath with Tub, Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, En-Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 10
Family Room, Formal Dining, Garage Apartment, Study/Library, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Island w/o Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry
Equipment
Convection Oven, Double Oven
Electric Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas, Wall Heater
Cooling System: Central Electric, Zoned
Other Interior Features
Attic Vents, Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Cellulose Insulation
Balcony, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Dryer Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included
Countertops: Quartz
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Master Bath
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 20 x 13
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 19
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 10
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Garage Apartment
Location: In Garage
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 8 x 6
Room Type: Utility
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Brick Veneer, Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Private Pool
Private Pool: In Ground
Exterior: Back Green Space, Balcony, Patio/Deck
Lot Information
Access: Driveway Gate
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 2 BLK 8 SOUTHGATE
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 064-092-000-0002
Tax Amount: $28,999
Tax Year: 2022
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.2019
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Southwest
Directions: From 59 and Kirby: South on Kirby. Left onto University. Right onto Greenbriar. Left onto Shakespeare. Keep Right to Dryden.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 532G
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,652
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,239 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1936
County: Harris County
APN: 0640920000002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 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: dhouston@newleafre.com
Around this home
Schools
Roberts Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.45M – $1.76M
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