Classic colonial home with great character, on a gorgeous corner lot in highly desirable historic Idylwood, the premier neighborhood in Houston's East End, listed on the National Registry of Historic Homes. This lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has all of the amenities a buyer could ask for! Spacious rooms, living room, dining room, completely renovated kitchen and bathrooms (all updated with PEX plumbing), as well as a large family room/den. A stunning renovation offers designer finishes, as well as charming original details including original wood flooring through out the home, two car detached garage, and a beautiful yard. Chef style kitchen with custom cabinets, Kitchen Aid appliances, leather granite counters, and marble backsplash. Luxurious master bathroom features a large marble walk in shower. A short walk to Spurlock Park, Brays Bayou Hike & Bike Trail, and Gus Wortham Golf Course. Great location, convenient to Downtown, Medical Center, U of H, and easy freeway access.
Classic traditional home on gorgeous corner lot in highly desirable Idylwood, the premier neighborhood in Houston’s vibrant East End featuring a park-like setting, an active voluntary Civic Association, & listed on National Registry of Historic Homes. Only 2 owners since 1940 build (per HCAD)! Original owners added Master Suite & Den at some point, expanding to rare 4 bed/2.5 bath. Original hardwoods in Formal LR/DR & all 3 Secondary Bedrooms. Charming original architectural interior details, 2 car detached garage, beautiful yard, & more. Numerous structural & mechanical improvements including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, foundation repaired, window replacement & more (See Listing Agent for Improvement List). This home is perfect to do your own cosmetic updates & create the home of your dreams! Walkable to Spurlock Park, Brays Bayou Hike & Bike Trail, & Gus Wortham Golf Course. Great location convenient to Downtown, Medical Center, U of H, & easy Freeway access. SOLD AS-IS!
Public Records
Mar 13, 2008
Sold
*
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,021 (−2.1%)
$126,500 + $401,859
$528,359
2024
$12,277 (+3.6%)
$126,500 + $421,019
$547,519
2023
$11,853 (+37.1%)
$126,500 + $421,019
$547,519
2022
$8,643 (+5.0%)
$126,500 + $240,975
$367,475
2021
$8,228 (−4.9%)
$126,500 + $226,523
$353,023
2020
$8,656 (+15.7%)
$126,500 + $213,036
$339,536
2019
$7,485 (+5.0%)
$126,500 + $164,551
$291,051
2018
$7,127 (−0.5%)
$86,250 + $179,650
$265,900
2017
$7,162 (−6.8%)
$86,250 + $181,336
$267,586
2016
$7,681 (+9.7%)
$86,250 + $181,336
$267,586
2015
$7,000 (+14.9%)
2014
$6,092 (+8.0%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2013
$5,638 (+1.8%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2012
$5,540 (+7.2%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2011
$5,170 (+47.9%)
2010
$3,496 (−41.9%)
2009
$6,019
Tax history for 6701 Sylvan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,021 (−2.1%)
$126,500 + $401,859
$528,359
2024
$12,277 (+3.6%)
$126,500 + $421,019
$547,519
2023
$11,853 (+37.1%)
$126,500 + $421,019
$547,519
2022
$8,643 (+5.0%)
$126,500 + $240,975
$367,475
2021
$8,228 (−4.9%)
$126,500 + $226,523
$353,023
2020
$8,656 (+15.7%)
$126,500 + $213,036
$339,536
2019
$7,485 (+5.0%)
$126,500 + $164,551
$291,051
2018
$7,127 (−0.5%)
$86,250 + $179,650
$265,900
2017
$7,162 (−6.8%)
$86,250 + $181,336
$267,586
2016
$7,681 (+9.7%)
$86,250 + $181,336
$267,586
2015
$7,000 (+14.9%)
2014
$6,092 (+8.0%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2013
$5,638 (+1.8%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2012
$5,540 (+7.2%)
$86,250 + $150,750
$237,000
2011
$5,170 (+47.9%)
2010
$3,496 (−41.9%)
2009
$6,019
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
2,524
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0622080140007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
May 23, 2019 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Dec 2, 2010 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
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
Garage Information
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12x12
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 14x12
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 23x17
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 21x13
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 11x11
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 17x13
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 14x12
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 19x16
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Pot Filler, Tub Shower
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2524.0
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick, Wood Siding
Year Built: 1940
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Living Area: 2,524
Lot Information
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Area: 5750.0
Lot Size Acres: 0.132
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Subdivision
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,228
Tax Year: 2021
Lease Information
No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
Elementary School: HENDERSON J ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 27 - Houston
Middle Or Junior School: NAVARRO MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
High School District: 27 - Houston
High School: AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,524
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,750 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Harris County
APN: 0622080140007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Owner Is Listing Agent, Seller Disclosure