When was property at 1534 Althea Drive built and last sold?

The property at 1534 Althea Drive was built in 1947 and last sold on Mar 17, 2021 for $231,600.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 1534 Althea Drive is $986,172.

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Houston

77018

Oak Forest - Garden Oaks

1534 Althea Drive

Sold on Aug 14, 2026

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$995,000 Last Listed Price

● House - Off Market

1534 Althea Drive

Houston, TX 77018

4 Beds

3 Baths, 1 Half Bath

2,890 Ft²

$6,104

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Zoned to Oak Forest Elementary in one of Oak Forest's most sought after locations, this extensively updated one story home combines timeless design with major 2026 improvements including a fully renovated primary bathroom, new AC, new water heater, full roof tune up, and more. Originally renovated in 2020, the open concept floor plan offers 4 bedrooms, plus a private office, and the rare flexibility of two primary suites. Double paned windows, blow in attic insulation, and thoughtful upgrades throughout make this home as efficient as it is beautiful. Enjoy a tandem 4 car garage, turfed backyard, and both front and back porches designed for relaxing and entertaining. Every major update has been completed so you can simply move in and enjoy.

Unit Size

2,890 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.17 acres

Price per sqft

$344

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$1,218

HOA Dues

Year Built

1947

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Last updated: 2 months ago (HAR #51418696)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Aug 14, 2026	Sold	Premium
Sold
Jul 24, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jul 21, 2026	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston	$995,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Apr 25, 2026	Delisted	-
Delisted
Apr 20, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Apr 10, 2026	Temporarily off market	-
Temporarily off market
Apr 8, 2026	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston	$985,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

	Meticulously updated and zoned to OFE, this stunning one-story home blends thoughtful design with everyday luxury. Offering 4 bedrooms including two private primary suites with double sinks and spacious walk-in closets, plus a dedicated office and 3.5 baths, the layout is as functional as it is beautiful. At 2,890 sq ft, the open-concept floor plan is unified by light wood floors, modern fixtures and gleaming quartz countertops. The kitchen features two oversized islands, flowing seamlessly into generous living and dining spaces designed for gathering. A mud/laundry room adds convenience, while the tandem 4-car garage offers flexibility for a workshop or abundant storage. Unwind on the expansive front porch, perfect for morning coffee and evening conversation.
Mar 21, 2026	Relisted	$995,000
Relisted
Mar 9, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Mar 3, 2026	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston	$995,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

	Meticulously updated and zoned to OFE, this stunning one-story home blends thoughtful design with everyday luxury. Offering 4 bedrooms including two private primary suites with double sinks and spacious walk-in closets, plus a dedicated office and 3.5 baths, the layout is as functional as it is beautiful. At 2,890 sq ft, the open-concept floor plan is unified by light wood floors, modern fixtures and gleaming quartz countertops. The kitchen features two oversized islands, flowing seamlessly into generous living and dining spaces designed for gathering. A mud/laundry room adds convenience, while the tandem 4-car garage offers flexibility for a workshop or abundant storage. Unwind on the expansive front porch, perfect for morning coffee and evening conversation.
Mar 19, 2021	Sold	Premium
Sold
Feb 8, 2021	Listed by Green Bear Properties	$799,000
Listed by Green Bear Properties

	1-story, meticulously updated original zoned to OFE. This beautiful home features 4 beds (two master suites w/ double sinks and walk-in closets in each), office, 3.5 baths, mud/laundry room, tandem 4 car garage (or space for a workshop or storage), 2 island eating areas, and a large, welcoming front porch just waiting for a cup of coffee and conversation. Light wood floors, neutral tile & paint, modern fixtures and gleaming quartz countertops unify this 2,890 sq ft open floor plan. Just waiting for someone to make it their “home sweet home”

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1947

Effective Year Built: 2020
Building Count: 1
Total Rooms: 8
Bedroom Count: 4
Bathroom Count: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 4
Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 13
Building Condition: 7
Building Quality: 7
Construction Type: 13
Building Style: 1
Exterior Walls Type: 19
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 0
Roof Cover Type: 0
Floor Count: 100
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 7
Garage Square Area: 864
Parking Space Count: 3
Patio Type: 20
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0
Location Influence Type: 129

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 7,440

Total Building Area: 2,890
Gross Building Area: 2,890
Building Area: 2,890
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 2,890
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 1

Water Service: 2

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: OAK FOREST SEC 2
Land Acres: 0000000171
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 1001
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: LT 49 BLK 24 OAK FOREST SEC 2

Neighborhood

School District Name: Houston Independent School District

School Tax School District: HOUSTON ISD
Census Tract: 531100

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 5260C

Account Number: 0731000060049
District: 061
Parcel: 073-100-006-0049
Block: 24
Lot: 49
Municipality: CITY OF HOUSTON
Latitude: 29.826
Longitude: -95.4395

Address

Full Address: 1534 Althea Dr

Address - House Number: 1534
Address - Street Name: Althea
Address - Suffix Type: Dr
State: TX
City Name: Houston
Carrier Code: C011
4-Digit Zip Code: 5120
Zip Code: 77018

Valuation

Tax

Total Area: 3,179

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Amount: $1,072,964
Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2020
Tax Rate Code Area: 061

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2319

Valuation Date: Sep 13, 2023
Confidence Score: 67
Final Value: 668,438
High Value: 823,453
Low Value: 513,424

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $630,956

Market Land Value: $373,320
Market Improvement Value: $257,636

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2022

Assessed Total Value: $630,956
Assessed Land Value: $373,320
Assessed Improvements Value: $257,636

Exemptions

Homeowner Exemption: Yes

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 17, 2021

Current Sale Recording Date: Mar 22, 2021
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Current Sale Document Type: 70
Current Sale Input Document Number: 2021-147112
Previous Sale Recording Date: Aug 04, 2020
Previous Sale Contract Date: Jul 31, 2020
Previous Sale Amount: $492,500
Previous Sale Document Type: 71

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Comparables

About North Houston

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$359,900

Sale Price/ft²

$198

Above Asking

0.01%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2009 ft²

Average Home Age

25.6 years

Currently For Sale

1260 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Ashli Young, Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Last Updated: 2 months ago
Data Source: HAR , MLS# 51418696

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