Resort style living in West University located just a block from Weir Park. The interiors behind this classic Cape Cod style façade are stylishly updated with a contemporary design. Banks of French window open to double height screened porch overlooking the pool and guest house. Formals plus an island kitchen open to the family room. There are four bedrooms and three and a half baths plus a guest room or gameroom with bath over the garage which has been converted to a gym. The master has a beamed cathedral ceiling and charming sitting area. Two staircases and an elevator. Hardwood floors throughout. The wonderful mud room is off the porte-cochere entrance and is connected to the home with views of the front garden. An exceptional lifestyle on one of the most desirable streets in the heart of West University.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
7,370 sq ftLot Size
$673Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Philip Alter• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Caroline Harrison• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Classic charm meets modern aesthetics in this West U gem located 1 block from Wier Park. Extensively remodeled, expanded 2009 with addition of master suite with his/her closets, mud room, home office, & elevator. Chef's island kitchen, open to den, is every cook's dream. FABULOUS 2 story screened in porch offers a wonderful setting for intimate dinner parties. Pool, garage apartment, porte cochere, updated roof, hardwoods up & down & butterfly garden complete this extraordinary package.
Public Records
Sep 5, 2007
Sold
*
Public Records
Aug 6, 2002
Sold
*
Public Records
Jun 1, 1994
Sold
*
$100/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,289 (+10.0%)
2025
$34,809 (+11.2%)
2024
$31,293 (+7.1%)
$1,068,650 + $655,386
$1,724,036
2023
$29,213 (−4.8%)
$1,068,650 + $594,549
$1,663,199
2022
$30,674 (−9.2%)
$980,210 + $596,325
$1,576,535
2021
$33,774 (+9.5%)
$980,210 + $660,623
$1,640,833
2020
$30,851 (+2.0%)
$839,230 + $608,052
$1,447,282
2019
$30,245 (−4.8%)
$807,680 + $590,706
$1,398,386
2018
$31,766
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2017
$31,766 (+0.2%)
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2016
$31,712 (+9.7%)
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2015
$28,917 (+8.3%)
2014
$26,701 (+26.0%)
$612,070 + $548,166
$1,160,236
2013
$21,196 (−7.9%)
$612,070 + $548,166
$1,160,236
2012
$23,009 (+25.2%)
$504,800 + $419,089
$923,889
2011
$18,380 (−9.5%)
2010
$20,298 (−0.1%)
2009
$20,326
Tax history for 3017 Albans Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$38,289 (+10.0%)
2025
$34,809 (+11.2%)
2024
$31,293 (+7.1%)
$1,068,650 + $655,386
$1,724,036
2023
$29,213 (−4.8%)
$1,068,650 + $594,549
$1,663,199
2022
$30,674 (−9.2%)
$980,210 + $596,325
$1,576,535
2021
$33,774 (+9.5%)
$980,210 + $660,623
$1,640,833
2020
$30,851 (+2.0%)
$839,230 + $608,052
$1,447,282
2019
$30,245 (−4.8%)
$807,680 + $590,706
$1,398,386
2018
$31,766
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2017
$31,766 (+0.2%)
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2016
$31,712 (+9.7%)
$706,720 + $699,536
$1,406,256
2015
$28,917 (+8.3%)
2014
$26,701 (+26.0%)
$612,070 + $548,166
$1,160,236
2013
$21,196 (−7.9%)
$612,070 + $548,166
$1,160,236
2012
$23,009 (+25.2%)
$504,800 + $419,089
$923,889
2011
$18,380 (−9.5%)
2010
$20,298 (−0.1%)
2009
$20,326
*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
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,370 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1938
Sq. Ft.
3,316
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0590390000012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
SF-3
Third Single-Family District
The purpose of this District is to provide regulations to maintain and protect the City's single-family residences and neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Converted Garage, Porte-Cochere
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs
Interior Features
Room Count: 10
Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Garage Apartment, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Instant Hot Water, Island w/ Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Equipment
Convection Oven, Electric Oven
Gas Range
Laundry Information
Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas, Zoned
Cooling System: Central Electric, Zoned
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration > 13, Other Insulation, North/South Exposure, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
2 Staircases, Alarm System (Owned), Dry Bar, Elevator
Countertops: marble
Floors: Brick, Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 24 x 17
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 24 x 13
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Type: Den
Location: 1st Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 28 x 6
Room Type: Extra Room
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Brick & Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Private Pool
Has Public Pool Area
Private Pool: Heated, In Ground
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Detached Gar. Apt./Quarters, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Screened Porch, Sprinkler System, Wheelchair Access
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Access: Driveway Gate
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: TRS 12 & 13A BLK 5 MONTICELLO
Street Surface: Concrete, Curbs
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 059-039-000-0012
Tax Amount: $30,245
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.1629
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: WEST UNIVERSITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Southwest
Directions: Between Buffalo Speedway and Belmont. Around the corner from Weir Park.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 532B
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,316
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,370 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1938
County: Harris County
APN: 0590390000012
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 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: philip.alter@sothebyshomes.com
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Schools
West University Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
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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
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Estimated sale price
$2.14M – $2.59M
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