Over 75K in updates to this home!The updates include new appliances-refrigerator, oven, microwave and dishwasher;updated kitchen drawers and cabinets along with new hardware and hinges;new faucets throughout the kitchen and bathrooms;new ceiling fans;recessed lighting added to the living room; new interior and exterior paint;2 new exterior doors; new gutters;new front porch tiling;new water heater;new connection for washer and dryer;All new receptacle switches;Updated plumbing and drainage. Located in Sunset Terrace, this West University area home is a gem.Zoned to West U Elementary, it boasts a welcoming front porch, living room with fireplace, and wood floors.A spacious den overlooks the yard and covered back patio. This walkable neighborhood is filled with mature trees and is convenient to Greenway Plaza, Galleria, Downtown, Medical Center, and Rice University. A must-see property in a desirable area.
Unique featuresPrivate Yard, New Appliances, Ceiling Fans
Private Yard
New Appliances
Ceiling Fans
Stove
Around 3731 Drake St
Schools
Places
Transit
10/10
West University Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Pershing Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
Lamar High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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About Weslayan
Plaza
Weslayan Plaza, located between West Alabama Street and Richmond Avenue, is a retail and residential Houston neighborhood with mid-century commercial blocks and a tree-lined, walkable feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Weslayan Street and West Alabama Street crossroads, where patios, storefronts, and steady foot traffic set a polished, everyday rhythm. Local pillars include River Oaks Theatre, The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation, and Menil Collection. Low-rise apartments and townhomes sit behind shopping courts and shaded sidewalks. Buffalo Bayou’s trails and the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens add green, museum-grade calm nearby. The pace stays urban, with errands, coffee stops, and evening screenings shaping the week.
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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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
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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This property is priced $604 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$3,600
Rental estimate
$2,996
Nearby comparable rentals
The Rental Estimate uses 0 recent nearby rental.
Sale and tax history for 3731 Drake St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 30, 2025
Sold
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HARMLS #18216052
May 29, 2025
Sold
$865K - $995K
May 18, 2025
Pending
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May 12, 2025
Pending
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Apr 5, 2025
Listed
$940,000
$534/sq ft
+18
Wonderful West University area home located in quiet Sunset Terrace. Zoned to West University Elementary School. Walkable neighborhood with mature trees. Lots of new construction. Primarily for lot value. Very livable home. Build now or later. Inviting front porch. Living room with fireplace, large picture windows and wood floors. Spacious kitchen with updated stone counters, double ovens and abundant storage. Large den with built-ins overlooks yard and covered back patio. Convenient to Greenway Plaza, Galleria, Downtown, Medical Center, Rice University. Over sized 9000 square foot lot. Approximately 60x144. Currently tenant occupied until end of June. Please do not disturb tenants. Owner selling as-is, no repairs.
HARMLS #34916954
May 22, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 15, 2020
Price Changed
$795,000
$451/sq ft
Feb 12, 2020
Listed
$850,000
$483/sq ft
HARMLS #59481445
Sep 5, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jun 29, 2017
Listed
$850,000
$483/sq ft
HARMLS #42302940
Nov 30, 2011
Listing Removed
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Nov 4, 2011
Listed
$530,000
$301/sq ft
HARMLS #2912233
May 19, 2009
Listing Removed
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Oct 22, 2008
Listed
$499,900
$284/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 2004
Sold
*
HARMLS #2534140
Apr 22, 2004
Listing Removed
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Oct 22, 2003
Listed
$350,000
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
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* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
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We estimate that 3731 Drake St would rent between $2,996 / mo.3731 Drake St is located in Houston, the 77005 zipcode, and the Houston Independent School District.