Relax on front porch, in the pool or hot tub, on the putting green, beside the fireplace, at the kitchen bar or in a gorgeous room this home offers. Lovingly updated & expanded (2008 & 2016). 1st floor primary bedroom + another room that can be another bedroom down or a home office. Also, 1st floor offers formal dining room, living room, Kitchen open to the Den, mudroom, laundry room w/ extra storage. 2nd floor has a spacious Gameroom, extra room currently used as an exercise & art room, 2 large bedrooms w/ ensuite baths & walk-in closets. The outdoors is a true gem to be enjoyed whether w/ a glass of wine on the front porch or a party in the backyard. Beautiful pool w/ waterfall & hot tub & connections for volleyball net, putting green, dog run, mosquito system, gated driveway & 2 car garage + so much more. All of these amazing features in a desirable location close to Greenway, Med Center, Downtown, Galleria, multiple parks, exemplary schools, the list goes on & on.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
8,959 sq ftLot Size
$492Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Laura Mayer• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
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
$27,013 (+10.0%)
2025
$24,558 (+11.7%)
2024
$21,980 (+10.5%)
$848,348 + $202,134
$1,050,482
2023
$19,897 (−11.1%)
$848,348 + $139,179
$987,527
2022
$22,388 (−1.3%)
$767,553 + $249,192
$1,016,745
2021
$22,684 (−1.3%)
$727,155 + $246,127
$973,282
2020
$22,984 (+4.9%)
$727,155 + $230,745
$957,900
2019
$21,915 (−3.0%)
$686,758 + $218,242
$905,000
2018
$22,584 (+0.2%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2017
$22,548 (+0.2%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2016
$22,492 (+9.7%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2015
$20,501 (+8.5%)
2014
$18,898 (+10.5%)
$452,452 + $289,548
$742,000
2013
$17,102 (+1.8%)
$452,452 + $289,548
$742,000
2012
$16,803 (+22.8%)
$412,055 + $271,845
$683,900
2011
$13,685 (+56.6%)
2010
$8,741 (−43.0%)
2009
$15,344
Tax history for 3918 Drake St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,013 (+10.0%)
2025
$24,558 (+11.7%)
2024
$21,980 (+10.5%)
$848,348 + $202,134
$1,050,482
2023
$19,897 (−11.1%)
$848,348 + $139,179
$987,527
2022
$22,388 (−1.3%)
$767,553 + $249,192
$1,016,745
2021
$22,684 (−1.3%)
$727,155 + $246,127
$973,282
2020
$22,984 (+4.9%)
$727,155 + $230,745
$957,900
2019
$21,915 (−3.0%)
$686,758 + $218,242
$905,000
2018
$22,584 (+0.2%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2017
$22,548 (+0.2%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2016
$22,492 (+9.7%)
$686,758 + $205,742
$892,500
2015
$20,501 (+8.5%)
2014
$18,898 (+10.5%)
$452,452 + $289,548
$742,000
2013
$17,102 (+1.8%)
$452,452 + $289,548
$742,000
2012
$16,803 (+22.8%)
$412,055 + $271,845
$683,900
2011
$13,685 (+56.6%)
2010
$8,741 (−43.0%)
2009
$15,344
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,959 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
3,472
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0740710070031
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Apr 13, 2016 • Final
Electrical pmt
Perform a residential remodel.
Electrical
Remodel
Oct 25, 2011 • Final
Building pmt
Construct a new residential swimming pool.
Pool and hot tub
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
Garage: Detached
Auto Driveway Gate, Auto Garage Door Opener
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Master Bath Features: Master Bath with Separate Shower, Master Bath with Tub, Whirlpool Tub
Den, Formal Dining, Gameroom Up, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Breakfast Bar, Island w/o Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Range
Laundry Information
Electric 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
Attic Vents, Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration > 13, Insulated Doors, Insulated/Low-E Windows, Insulation - Batt, Fiberglass Insulation, Spray-Foam Insulation, North/South Exposure, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Alarm System (Owned), Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Spa/Hot Tub, Wired for Sound
Countertops: Quartzite & Concrete
Floors: Carpet, Concrete, Slate, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Room Type: Den
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Extra Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 19 x 15
Room Type: Game Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 6
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces South
Siding: Cement Board
Roof: Composition, Other
Foundation: Slab on Builders Pier
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Private Pool
Private Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
Exterior: Back Green Space, Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Mosquito Control System, Patio/Deck, Porch, Spa/Hot Tub, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Access: Driveway Gate
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 31 BLK 7 MONTCLAIR
Street Surface: Concrete, Curbs, Gutters
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 074-071-007-0031
Tax Amount: $21,915
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.4216
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Annual Maintenance: Voluntary
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: South on Weslayan from 59. East on Drake.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 492W
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,472
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,959 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Harris County
APN: 0740710070031
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 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: laura.mayer@sothebyshomes.com
Around this home
Schools
West University Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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, 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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Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.97M
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