Rare opportunity in desirable Southampton Place! Attention Remodelers and Builders! This charming 2-3 bedroom brick bungalow (owner converted to a 2 bedroom with Family room) sits on a beautiful 6,600 sq ft lot lined with majestic oak trees on one of the neighborhood’s most picturesque blocks. An estate sale, the home is being sold as-is, offering endless potential. Live now and build your dream home later, or remodel and restore this character-rich home featuring original hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, arched doorways, a private backyard pool, a whole-home generator for peace of mind. Additional updates include updated pvc plumbing and water heater, making this a standout opportunity for investors, builders, or anyone looking to create something truly special in one of Houston’s most coveted neighborhoods. *All information and measurements should be independently verified. A MUST SEE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
6,599 sq ftLot Size
$764Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jill Hord• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Listed by Nephele Zimmerman• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,085 (−1.7%)
$945,000 + $100
$945,100
2024
$20,442 (+7.0%)
$945,000 + $32,000
$977,000
2023
$19,102 (−8.2%)
$945,000 + $3,100
$948,100
2022
$20,810 (+2.6%)
$945,000 + $100
$945,100
2021
$20,288 (+5.5%)
$850,500 + $20,000
$870,500
2020
$19,232 (+9.0%)
2019
$17,645 (−0.8%)
$724,500 + $4,171
$728,671
2018
$17,789 (+0.2%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2017
$17,760 (+3.7%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2016
$17,130 (+9.7%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2015
$15,613 (+8.5%)
2014
$14,393 (+10.5%)
$585,900 + $5,100
$591,000
2013
$13,025 (−7.5%)
$585,900 + $5,100
$591,000
2012
$14,077 (+9.3%)
$504,000 + $5,000
$509,000
2011
$12,874 (+56.6%)
2010
$8,223 (−40.4%)
2009
$13,807
Tax history for 2231 Albans Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,085 (−1.7%)
$945,000 + $100
$945,100
2024
$20,442 (+7.0%)
$945,000 + $32,000
$977,000
2023
$19,102 (−8.2%)
$945,000 + $3,100
$948,100
2022
$20,810 (+2.6%)
$945,000 + $100
$945,100
2021
$20,288 (+5.5%)
$850,500 + $20,000
$870,500
2020
$19,232 (+9.0%)
2019
$17,645 (−0.8%)
$724,500 + $4,171
$728,671
2018
$17,789 (+0.2%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2017
$17,760 (+3.7%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2016
$17,130 (+9.7%)
$702,800 + $200
$703,000
2015
$15,613 (+8.5%)
2014
$14,393 (+10.5%)
$585,900 + $5,100
$591,000
2013
$13,025 (−7.5%)
$585,900 + $5,100
$591,000
2012
$14,077 (+9.3%)
$504,000 + $5,000
$509,000
2011
$12,874 (+56.6%)
2010
$8,223 (−40.4%)
2009
$13,807
*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
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1935
Sq. Ft.
1,741
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0540910000014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
May 13, 2021 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Jul 11, 2018 • 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
Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 4' x 8'
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12' x 13'
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 9' x 7'
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 13' x 10'
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12' 15.5'
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12' x 10.5'
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 8' x 12'
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 14' x 12'
Room 9 Information
Room Dimensions: 21' 14'
Room Level: First
Room Type: Living Room
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Possible: 2
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Appliances: Dishwasher
Has Fireplace
Room Information
Rooms Total: 9
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1741.0
Construction Materials: Brick
Direction Faces: North
Year Built: 1935
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Pool is Private
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Living Area: 1,741
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Area: 6600.0
Lot Size Acres: 0.1515
Lot Features: Subdivision
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,442
Tax Year: 2024
Lease Information
No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
Elementary School: POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 27 - Houston
Middle Or Junior School: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School District: 27 - Houston
High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,741
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1935
County: Harris County
APN: 0540910000014
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Poe Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Lanier Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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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, 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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Estimated sale price
$1.26M – $1.53M
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