Garden Oaks JEWEL! 859 Azalea Street, an iconic GO home, has been known for its grand celebrations; Halloween Happenings; & costumed bear topiaries that have brought happiness to the entire neighborhood for almost 30 years. Warmth & charm exude from this 3-bedroom, 2-bath urban oasis made for entertaining. Bathed in natural light throughout with views of beautiful & expansive grounds from every room, it features hand-crafted kitchen cabinets, green soapstone countertops, 2 living areas and golden hardwood floors. Complemented by travertine floors, the cozy den boasts a beautiful stone fireplace & opens to the backyard paradise. 13,885 sq ft lot give this property its lush & nature-centric quality which include a cocktail pool with waterfalls, a wandering stream & plenty of pathways that wind through butterfly & bee filled wildflower gardens. Complete with a unique outdoor stone kitchen/bar, this rare corner lot on one of the most desirable streets in Garden Oaks is calling you home!
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,120 (−7.2%)
$656,838 + $54,607
$711,445
2025
$16,295 (+28.1%)
$656,838 + $109,899
$766,737
2024
$12,722 (+8.1%)
$537,413 + $70,599
$608,012
2023
$11,768 (−1.5%)
$537,413 + $46,640
$584,053
2022
$11,952 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,501 (+6.8%)
2020
$10,764 (−11.1%)
$441,873 + $6,730
$448,603
2019
$12,108 (+1.4%)
$441,873 + $58,127
$500,000
2018
$11,944 (+0.2%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2017
$11,924 (−6.8%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2016
$12,794 (+9.2%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2015
$11,712 (+8.5%)
$441,873 + $64,127
$506,000
2014
$10,796 (+5.1%)
$310,505 + $109,495
$420,000
2013
$10,274 (+1.8%)
$310,505 + $109,495
$420,000
2012
$10,094 (+5.0%)
$286,620 + $139,582
$426,202
2011
$9,611 (+83.1%)
2010
$5,250 (−4.1%)
2009
$5,477
Tax history for 859 Azalea St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,120 (−7.2%)
$656,838 + $54,607
$711,445
2025
$16,295 (+28.1%)
$656,838 + $109,899
$766,737
2024
$12,722 (+8.1%)
$537,413 + $70,599
$608,012
2023
$11,768 (−1.5%)
$537,413 + $46,640
$584,053
2022
$11,952 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,501 (+6.8%)
2020
$10,764 (−11.1%)
$441,873 + $6,730
$448,603
2019
$12,108 (+1.4%)
$441,873 + $58,127
$500,000
2018
$11,944 (+0.2%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2017
$11,924 (−6.8%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2016
$12,794 (+9.2%)
$441,873 + $30,127
$472,000
2015
$11,712 (+8.5%)
$441,873 + $64,127
$506,000
2014
$10,796 (+5.1%)
$310,505 + $109,495
$420,000
2013
$10,274 (+1.8%)
$310,505 + $109,495
$420,000
2012
$10,094 (+5.0%)
$286,620 + $139,582
$426,202
2011
$9,611 (+83.1%)
2010
$5,250 (−4.1%)
2009
$5,477
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
1,905
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0660460380017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Jun 27, 2024 • Final
Roofing pmt
Perform a residential re-roofing project in accordance with the 2021 International Residential Code.
Roofing
May 30, 2024 • 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
Parking & Garage
Garage: Detached
Garage Apt Qtr SF Source: Appraisal District
Auto Garage Door Opener
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Full Secondary Bathroom Down, Tub with Shower
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, Master Bedroom on 2nd Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Den, Family Room, Formal Dining, Study/Library, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living/Dining Combo
Kitchen Desc: Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers
Equipment
Freestanding Oven, Gas Oven
Freestanding Range, Gas Range
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans
Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included
Countertops: soapstone
Floors: Tile, Travertine, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 23 x 14
Room Type: Den
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Has Private Pool
Private Pool: Gunite, In Ground
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Outdoor Kitchen, Porch, Side Yard, Sprinkler System
Other Mandatory Fee(s): Visit GOMO website for HOA current status
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: GARDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: From 610N, travel north to West 43rd St. Turn left on 43rd and continue to Alba. Turn right at Alba. The home is at the corner of Alba and Azalea.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452L
Community Information
No
Subdivision Lake Access YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,905
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1945
County: Harris County
APN: 0660460380017
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 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: sueschmidt1@comcast.net
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Garden Oaks Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Waltrip High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6 days above 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77018
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$848,000 – $1.03M
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