This Randolph and Virginia West House was designed in a French style by Claude E. Hooton in 1936-37. Featured in several magazines and books such as Architectural Digest, Houston magazine and Houston Garden Book, Laura U of Laura U Design Collective, a luxury residential interior designer & previous owner of this home, restored it in 2012/2013. A historic landmark recognition was granted for its architectural value in 2013 which lowers property taxes each year! This beautifully proportioned home has 2472sf (per appraisal) and sits on a 7068sf (per HCAD) lot. This home offers gorgeous original parquet floors, octagonal entry hall, kitchen w/ 14' vaulted ceiling, both formals as well as a 2nd living area, primary suite, luxurious spa-like primary bath, 2 walk-in closets, and laundry/storage areas that were added in 2012/13. All the modern and trending amenities abound in this very special home! Easy proximity to Med Ctr, Rice U/Village, Hermann Park, Museum District. * All Per Seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
7,068 sq ftLot Size
$573Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carol Rowley• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Bought with Vikki Evans• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,027 (+10.0%)
2025
$22,752 (−7.4%)
$848,340 + $222,217
$1,070,557
2024
$24,573 (+4.4%)
$754,080 + $420,347
$1,174,427
2023
$23,533 (+0.2%)
$754,080 + $413,922
$1,168,002
2022
$23,494 (+2.7%)
$691,240 + $375,756
$1,066,996
2021
$22,880 (+0.7%)
$628,400 + $353,311
$981,711
2020
$22,713 (−0.2%)
$628,400 + $318,230
$946,630
2019
$22,753 (−5.2%)
$628,400 + $311,189
$939,589
2018
$24,007 (+0.4%)
$596,980 + $351,760
$948,740
2017
$23,910 (+9.9%)
2016
$21,755 (+9.7%)
2015
$19,829 (+8.5%)
2014
$18,278 (+46.3%)
$471,300 + $239,765
$711,065
2013
$12,497 (−1.3%)
$471,300 + $239,765
$711,065
2012
$12,663 (+0.7%)
$433,596 + $54,765
$488,361
2011
$12,570 (−8.5%)
2010
$13,745 (+4.5%)
2009
$13,147
Tax history for 2245 Dryden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$25,027 (+10.0%)
2025
$22,752 (−7.4%)
$848,340 + $222,217
$1,070,557
2024
$24,573 (+4.4%)
$754,080 + $420,347
$1,174,427
2023
$23,533 (+0.2%)
$754,080 + $413,922
$1,168,002
2022
$23,494 (+2.7%)
$691,240 + $375,756
$1,066,996
2021
$22,880 (+0.7%)
$628,400 + $353,311
$981,711
2020
$22,713 (−0.2%)
$628,400 + $318,230
$946,630
2019
$22,753 (−5.2%)
$628,400 + $311,189
$939,589
2018
$24,007 (+0.4%)
$596,980 + $351,760
$948,740
2017
$23,910 (+9.9%)
2016
$21,755 (+9.7%)
2015
$19,829 (+8.5%)
2014
$18,278 (+46.3%)
$471,300 + $239,765
$711,065
2013
$12,497 (−1.3%)
$471,300 + $239,765
$711,065
2012
$12,663 (+0.7%)
$433,596 + $54,765
$488,361
2011
$12,570 (−8.5%)
2010
$13,745 (+4.5%)
2009
$13,147
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,068 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
2,470
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0640930090002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Jul 9, 2013 • Final
Grading , fill
Construct an addition and perform interior remodeling on a residential building.
Addition
Remodel
Jul 9, 2013 • Final
Building pmt
Construct an addition and perform interior remodeling on a residential building.
Addition
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
Additional Parking, Auto Driveway Gate
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Half Bath, Hollywood Bath, Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Master Bath with Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in House