Welcome to Idylwood, with its mature landscaping and winding lanes, on the eastern edge sits Brays Bayou with its wooded banks, bike and hike trails, to the north Houston Country Club and Gus Wortham Golf Course, best kept secret of the East End. Beautifully remodeled 3 bed 2 bath home features open concept kitchen dining living combo with original hardwood floors, updated PEX plumbing w/ tankless water heater, new updated electrical, new double pane windows, and great sun room overlooking spacious back yard can double as a study or at home gym. Exterior updated limewashed brick with dark trim accents. Detached oversized one car garage and covered carport, Spacious Deck in back and cozy porch in front of home! Exceptional location minutes to downtown, Metrorail, UofH, MinuteMaid, Dynamo, Toyota Center, and so much more! This fantastic move in ready house in THIS neighborhood at this price! wont last long, this is HOME!
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
1940Year Built
7,250 sq ftLot Size
$265Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Brenda Hernandez• Keller Williams Memorial
WOW!!! GREAT PRICE FOR IN THE LOOP, DOUBLE LOT, PERFECTLY REMODELED HOME. THIS SWEET DIAMOND, REMODELED AND UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP, IN HOUSTON'S VIBRANT EAST END. PLEASE NOTICE THIS SIZE OF THIS ONE OF A KIND LOT. .. 100X150.. . EXTRA LOT IS FULL SIZE AND CAN BE SUBDIVIDED! ADD ANOTHER HOME OR ADD TO THE SIZE OF THIS PERFECT HOME. BEAUTIFUL NEW KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES (remains with the home) MARBLE TILE FLOORS, QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, AND MIRROR BACKSPLASH, NEW CABINETS, WITH BEAUTIFUL HARDWARE, ALSO UPDATED BATHS, GIVE THE SAME EXQUISITE LOOK AND FEEL THROUGHOUT. SOLID OAK HARDWOODS, NEW TRIM, AND LONG LAVISH NEW WINDOWS IN THE DEN VIEWING THIS LUSH BACK YARD AND WATER FEATURE CAN BE A FAVORITE. .THIS 90 YR OLD NEIGHBORHOOD FEATURES SPURLOCK PARK, BRAY BAYOU PARK, THE BAYOU GREENSWAY HIKE AND BIKE TRAIL, AND THE FAMOUS GUS WORTHAM GOLF COURSE. THIS HOME HAS BEEN SO LOVED BY SO MANY. All MAJOR UNIVERSITIES ARE VERY CLOSE. measurements approx. Buyer to Verify
Public Records
Oct 20, 1997
Sold
*
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 20, 1997
Sold
*
Public Records
Oct 1, 1997
Sold
*
$64/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,303 (−4.8%)
$140,250 + $268,616
$408,866
2025
$9,776 (−1.7%)
$140,250 + $289,422
$429,672
2024
$9,943 (+4.8%)
$140,250 + $303,151
$443,401
2023
$9,490 (+1.2%)
2022
$9,373 (+5.0%)
$140,250 + $258,279
$398,529
2021
$8,929 (−9.0%)
$140,250 + $242,863
$383,113
2020
$9,809 (+9.1%)
2019
$8,995 (+5.5%)
2018
$8,523 (+0.2%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2017
$8,510 (+1.0%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2016
$8,426 (+9.6%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2015
$7,689 (+14.9%)
$195,000 + $119,608
$314,608
2014
$6,692 (+10.5%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2013
$6,056 (+1.8%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2012
$5,950 (+9.3%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2011
$5,442 (+56.6%)
2010
$3,476 (−41.5%)
2009
$5,941
Tax history for 6661 Sylvan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,303 (−4.8%)
$140,250 + $268,616
$408,866
2025
$9,776 (−1.7%)
$140,250 + $289,422
$429,672
2024
$9,943 (+4.8%)
$140,250 + $303,151
$443,401
2023
$9,490 (+1.2%)
2022
$9,373 (+5.0%)
$140,250 + $258,279
$398,529
2021
$8,929 (−9.0%)
$140,250 + $242,863
$383,113
2020
$9,809 (+9.1%)
2019
$8,995 (+5.5%)
2018
$8,523 (+0.2%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2017
$8,510 (+1.0%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2016
$8,426 (+9.6%)
$195,000 + $122,978
$317,978
2015
$7,689 (+14.9%)
$195,000 + $119,608
$314,608
2014
$6,692 (+10.5%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2013
$6,056 (+1.8%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2012
$5,950 (+9.3%)
$195,000 + $95,933
$290,933
2011
$5,442 (+56.6%)
2010
$3,476 (−41.5%)
2009
$5,941
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,481
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0622090150042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Jun 22, 2020 • Final
Building pmt
Perform residential repairs according to the residential code specifications.
Remodel
Jun 16, 2020 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Perform residential repairs according to the residential code specifications.
Plumbing
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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Tub with Shower
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living/Dining Combo, Sun Room, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Kitchen open to Family Room, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers
Equipment
Freestanding Oven
Freestanding Range
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, Insulated/Low-E Windows, Insulation - Batt, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Alarm System (Owned), Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm
Countertops: Silestone
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 10
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Brick & Wood, Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Block & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Green Space, Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Patio/Deck, Porch, Storage Shed
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Lot Information
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LTS 35 BLK 15 IDYLWOOD
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 062-209-015-0035
Tax Amount: $8,995
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.5716
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, VA
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: HENDERSON J ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: South
Directions: 45 South, take exit Wayside, turn left on Wayside, turn right on Sylvan, House will be on your left.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 534C
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,481
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Harris County
APN: 0622090150042
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 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: thehoustonhomefinder@gmail.com
Around this home
Schools
Henderson J Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Navarro Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Austin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 14-22% 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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Estimated sale price
$373,000 – $451,000
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