Gorgeous, updated and custom-built home! This West U home sits pretty on a 7500 sq. ft. lot. Designed by noted architect, Kurt Aichler, and built by Chester Labus. This home boasts beautiful details, including 12 ft. ceilings, arched French doors to side patio, two additional outdoor areas, elevator and more. Large windows throughout bring in lots of natural light. Current owners installed hardwood floors throughout home and an oversized mudroom. Recent kitchen remodel includes quartzite counters and backsplash, Thermador appliances, stainless kitchen and bar sinks, filtered water with hot/cold dispenser. Other updates include turfed yard with putting green, new landscaping, HVAC, tankless water heater, dehumidifier and much more. Don’t miss this European inspired jewel of a home!
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
2003Year Built
7,500 sq ftLot Size
$583Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lee Kaplan• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Bought with Alexa Burrow• Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
This home was custom built by Chester Labus & designed by noted architect Kurt Aichler for current owners. So much attention to detail! Many arched French doors provide natural light w/ views of flagstone courtyard & beautifully landscaped backyard. Large chef's kitchen w/ island is open to the breakfast area & family room. Dacor, Bosch appliances & Sub-Zero refrigerator. Computer niche behind antique arched doors off kitchen, elevator, mosquito spray system & central dehumidifier.
Public Records
Aug 10, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,087 (+4.9%)
2025
$39,169 (+11.2%)
2024
$35,213 (−5.5%)
$1,087,500 + $852,500
$1,940,000
2023
$37,268 (−1.0%)
$1,087,500 + $1,034,262
$2,121,762
2022
$37,629 (+18.3%)
$1,012,500 + $921,531
$1,934,031
2021
$31,803 (−6.8%)
$937,500 + $607,571
$1,545,071
2020
$34,137 (+7.0%)
$937,500 + $663,951
$1,601,451
2019
$31,905 (+5.3%)
2018
$30,292
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2017
$30,292
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2016
$30,292 (−0.3%)
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2015
$30,384 (+8.6%)
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2014
$27,989 (+10.3%)
$600,000 + $741,000
$1,341,000
2013
$25,366 (+0.9%)
$600,000 + $741,000
$1,341,000
2012
$25,138 (+10.4%)
$562,500 + $594,875
$1,157,375
2011
$22,763 (+60.8%)
2010
$14,157 (−7.2%)
2009
$15,260
Tax history for 6615 Mercer St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,087 (+4.9%)
2025
$39,169 (+11.2%)
2024
$35,213 (−5.5%)
$1,087,500 + $852,500
$1,940,000
2023
$37,268 (−1.0%)
$1,087,500 + $1,034,262
$2,121,762
2022
$37,629 (+18.3%)
$1,012,500 + $921,531
$1,934,031
2021
$31,803 (−6.8%)
$937,500 + $607,571
$1,545,071
2020
$34,137 (+7.0%)
$937,500 + $663,951
$1,601,451
2019
$31,905 (+5.3%)
2018
$30,292
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2017
$30,292
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2016
$30,292 (−0.3%)
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2015
$30,384 (+8.6%)
$750,000 + $591,000
$1,341,000
2014
$27,989 (+10.3%)
$600,000 + $741,000
$1,341,000
2013
$25,366 (+0.9%)
$600,000 + $741,000
$1,341,000
2012
$25,138 (+10.4%)
$562,500 + $594,875
$1,157,375
2011
$22,763 (+60.8%)
2010
$14,157 (−7.2%)
2009
$15,260
*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
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,915
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0393280000018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
SF-1
First Single-Family District
The purpose of this district is to provide regulations to maintain and protect the City's single-family residences and neighborhoods in an area where corner lots have been divided and reoriented.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Oversized
Additional Parking, Auto Garage Door Opener
# 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, Master Bath with Tub
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, En-Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 9
Breakfast Room, Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in House
Equipment
Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Connections, Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Electric, Central Gas, Zoned
Cooling System: Central Electric, Zoned
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, High-Efficiency HVAC, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration > 13, Insulated/Low-E Windows, Radiant Attic Barrier, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Alarm System (Owned), Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Elevator, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included, Wired for Sound
Countertops: quartzite
Floors: Stone, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 14
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 14
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 7
Room Type: Breakfast
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 16
Room Type: Den
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 13
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces West
Siding: Stucco
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab on Builders Pier
Builder Name: Chester Labus
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Public Pool Area
Exterior: Back Green Space, Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Fully Fenced, Mosquito Control System, Patio/Deck, Porch, Side Yard, Sprinkler System, Subdivision Tennis Court
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 1
Legal Lot Description: TR 8B BLK 37 WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE SEC 1
Street Surface: Concrete
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 039-328-000-0018
Tax Amount: $34,137
Tax Year: 2020
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.1316
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 University Boulevard: south on Mercer and property is on the left hand side.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 532F
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,915
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Harris County
APN: 0393280000018
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
West University Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.17M – $2.63M
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