Welcome to this classic West University home featuring an ideal floor plan perfect for family and entertaining. This 3,513 sqft (per HCAD) 4 bedroom home captivates with hardwood floors throughout, detailed wainscoting + crown molding, custom plantation shutters & an abundance of natural light. Gracious formal living (currently used as a study) & dining room flow seamlessly into the family room & kitchen. Cozy breakfast area & family room feature a wall almost entirely of windows with French door that leads you to a bricked patio & sizable yard with gated driveway for extended play area. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms & 3 full baths including large master suite with fireplace, dual sinks, soaker tub and walk-in closet. Two flex rooms upstairs – play room with closet (current nursery) & built-in desk/homework station complete with bookcases & extra storage. Highly desirable location within walking distance to Weir Park. Traditional elegance for modern living!
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
1989Year Built
5,250 sq ftLot Size
$461Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Meg Greenwood Rife• Greenwood King Properties - Voss Office
Four bedroom 3,5 bath home in West U close to Rice Village. Finished space above garage connects to house through a built in study area. Lots of potential for the space as quarters, guest suite, or lots of play space. All bedrooms up.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Lovely West U brick traditional on choice block near Rice Village. Gracious formals boast detailed wainscoting and crown molding. Wonderful family room opens to spacious kitchen & breakfast room with views to the backyard that open to gated driveway for extended play area. Hardwood floors throughout the home and fresh paint. Nice flow for entertaining. Lavish master suite up with fireplace and large closet. Plantation shutters, 4th bedroom also accessible via back stairs, fabulous study, multitude of windows/abundant natural light. Near Rice Village, Texas Medical Center, Greenway Plaza, downtown Houston, Weir park, HEB Buffalo Speedway & Starbucks!
Public Records
Sep 13, 2016
Sold
*
HARMLS #52676046
Aug 13, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 13, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 1, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2016
Price Changed
$1,175,000
$334/sq ft
Jun 7, 2016
Listed
$1,225,000
$349/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 2011
Sold
*
HARMLS #57564496
Oct 10, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 23, 2011
Listed
$849,900
$242/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 1999
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 1, 1995
Sold
*
$105/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,695 (+4.0%)
$892,500 + $616,379
$1,508,879
2025
$26,624 (+7.3%)
$787,500 + $663,048
$1,450,548
2024
$24,807 (+8.0%)
$761,250 + $605,469
$1,366,719
2023
$22,966 (−2.3%)
$761,250 + $546,259
$1,307,509
2022
$23,495 (−2.1%)
$698,250 + $509,292
$1,207,542
2021
$24,002 (−1.5%)
$698,250 + $467,850
$1,166,100
2020
$24,364
$698,250 + $444,750
$1,143,000
2019
$24,359 (+1.6%)
$672,000 + $454,219
$1,126,219
2018
$23,985
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2017
$23,986 (−4.7%)
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2016
$25,181 (−0.3%)
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2015
$25,258 (+16.4%)
$588,000 + $526,746
$1,114,746
2014
$21,701 (+10.3%)
$509,250 + $478,610
$987,860
2013
$19,668 (−1.2%)
$509,250 + $478,610
$987,860
2012
$19,900 (+30.8%)
$420,000 + $437,273
$857,273
2011
$15,219 (−9.5%)
2010
$16,808 (−9.7%)
2009
$18,611
Tax history for 3124 Albans Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,695 (+4.0%)
$892,500 + $616,379
$1,508,879
2025
$26,624 (+7.3%)
$787,500 + $663,048
$1,450,548
2024
$24,807 (+8.0%)
$761,250 + $605,469
$1,366,719
2023
$22,966 (−2.3%)
$761,250 + $546,259
$1,307,509
2022
$23,495 (−2.1%)
$698,250 + $509,292
$1,207,542
2021
$24,002 (−1.5%)
$698,250 + $467,850
$1,166,100
2020
$24,364
$698,250 + $444,750
$1,143,000
2019
$24,359 (+1.6%)
$672,000 + $454,219
$1,126,219
2018
$23,985
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2017
$23,986 (−4.7%)
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2016
$25,181 (−0.3%)
$588,000 + $473,805
$1,061,805
2015
$25,258 (+16.4%)
$588,000 + $526,746
$1,114,746
2014
$21,701 (+10.3%)
$509,250 + $478,610
$987,860
2013
$19,668 (−1.2%)
$509,250 + $478,610
$987,860
2012
$19,900 (+30.8%)
$420,000 + $437,273
$857,273
2011
$15,219 (−9.5%)
2010
$16,808 (−9.7%)
2009
$18,611
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
3,513
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0590370000018
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
Garage: Detached
Auto Driveway Gate, Auto Garage Door Opener, Driveway Gate
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Vanity Area, Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 11
Breakfast Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Utility Room in House
Equipment
Double Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
2 Staircases, Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included
Countertops: Corian
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 16
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Type: Breakfast
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Room Type: Extra Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 11 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 9
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 2nd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces South
Siding: Brick Veneer, Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Public Pool Area
Exterior: Back Green Space, Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Access: Driveway Gate
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 18 BLK 3 MONTICELLO
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 059-037-000-0018
Tax Amount: $25,441
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.2589
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: From I-59, go south on Buffalo Speedway, left on Albans. Home is on the left.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 532B
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,513
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Harris County
APN: 0590370000018
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: meg@greenwoodking.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 • 1.6mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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, 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
$1.54M – $1.86M
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