Inspired by Historic Old Town Tomball, this approximately 2,145-square-foot home combines timeless architectural character with the efficiency, craftsmanship and luxury finishes of modern construction. Built in 2021, the home was thoughtfully designed to complement its historic surroundings while offering the comfort and performance of a new build. An additional approximately 541 square feet of covered and screened porches brings the combined indoor and covered outdoor living space to nearly 2,700 square feet. These generous outdoor spaces are made for entertaining, morning coffee, evening gatherings and enjoying the atmosphere of Old Town. The home was constructed with durability and efficiency in mind, including extensive spray-foam insulation throughout, beneath the home, and between the first and second floors, along with a metal roof and an engineered helical-pier foundation system. The sellers report electric bills typically below approximately $400 per month. What truly sets this property apart, however, is the Old Town Tomball lifestyle. Step outside your front door and experience one of the Houston area's most charming historic town centers on foot, bike or cart. Locally owned boutiques, bookstores, bakeries, coffee shops, restaurants, breweries and antique shops are all part of the neighborhood, with Tomball's popular festivals, markets and community events happening just down the street. It's a rare opportunity to enjoy the walkability and personality of a small historic Texas town while remaining connected to the amenities and opportunities of the greater Houston metropolitan area. The offering becomes even more distinctive with the adjoining 526 James Street parcel. Together, 522 and 526 James Street comprise two contiguous 7,500-square-foot parcels totaling approximately 15,000 square feet, or 0.344 acre, providing exceptional space and flexibility in the heart of Old Town. An added advantage: the alley has already been professionally engineered, with approximately $6,000 in planning and engineering work completed—giving the next owner a valuable head start should they choose to move forward with the improvement. The property’s Old Town setting also provides opportunities for a home office, small business or future mixed-use possibilities. It’s a rare combination of luxury, land, walkability and authentic Old Town character—right in the heart of one of Tomball’s most sought-after settings.
Median sale price in this area is $314,350. (68% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Property Features
Year Built: 2019
Living Area: 1587
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,587
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,587
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Harris County
APN: 1226820000001
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Sale and tax history for 522 James St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FSBO.com #cmtpcfh4g06m5s601hiniz9zo
Sep 6, 2026
Listed
$995,000
$627/sq ft
HARMLS #12217935
May 24, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Feb 9, 2022
Listed
$575,000
$362/sq ft
HARMLS #97718733
Oct 22, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2021
Listed
$400,000
$252/sq ft
HARMLS #42745891
Feb 1, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2020
Listed
$355,000
$224/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 12, 2015
Sold
*
HARMLS #9840253
May 30, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2006
Listed
$34,900
$22/sq ft
HARMLS #9032243
Nov 30, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 16, 2006
Listed
$34,900
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,648 (−11.9%)
$105,000 + $192,000
$297,000
2025
$7,544 (−9.4%)
$105,000 + $232,000
$337,000
2024
$8,324 (+14.5%)
$98,000 + $278,100
$376,100
2023
$7,270 (+411.9%)
$84,000 + $263,667
$347,667
2022
$1,420 (+31.6%)
$63,000
2021
$1,079 (+26.5%)
$45,500
2020
$853 (+24.2%)
$35,000
2019
$687 (−2.8%)
$28,000
2018
$706
$28,000
2017
$707 (+0.3%)
$28,000
2016
$705 (−0.1%)
$28,000
2015
$706 (−0.8%)
$28,000
2014
$712 (−2.8%)
$28,000
2013
$732 (−4.7%)
$28,000
2012
$768 (+9.4%)
$28,000
2011
$703 (−5.6%)
2010
$744 (+105.7%)
2009
$362
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2019
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,587
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,587
Year built
2019
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
1226820000001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
SF-6
Single-Family Residential-6 District
The SF-6 Single-Family Residential District is intended to provide for development of primarily low-density detached, single-family residences on lots of not less than 6,000 square feet in size, churches, schools and public parks in logical neighborhood units.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Ranch
Religious facility
Housing
Housing-Single unit
Office
Public service
Educational/school
Golf related
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
8/10 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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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Tomball. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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