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Michelle Hatcher
A charming West U cottage with numerous updates. Recent roof (2023), lovely landscaping, and newly sodded grass add to the curb appeal.
The home sits on a large corner lot with lush landscaping.
The covered front porch has tile flooring and steps.
A bubbling fountain graces the walkway to the home.
A light and bright living room with a wall of built-in bookshelves. The primay bedroom is through the doorway.
Hardwood floors, plantation shutters, and ceiling lighting enhance the living room. View of front entry.
View of the living room and the dining room.
The dining room is open to the kitchen and hallway to the family room at the rear of the house.
The powder room is in the walkway to the family room and rear of home.
Double doors can close off the dining room from the back of the home. The doorway to the right accesses the deck from the kitchen.
Kitchen with viking gas range, double oven/microwave,built-in refrigerator and recent dishwasher. Cabinets and countertops were replaced. Built-in area for cookbooks and storage.
View of the high-ceilings in the family room and the walkway to the garage and laundry room.
Wonderful family room with a palladian window and French doors to the deck.
Another view of the family room.
The first bedroom at the front of the home is currently used as an office.
The second bedroom. Note hardwood flooring thoughout the bedroom areas.
The hall bathroom is between the first and second bedrooms.
The large primary bedroom also at the front of the home is off the living room and has window seating and storage underneath. Two closets on either side of the seating area, planation shutters.
The primary bath has double sinks, a large shwoer and separate tub. Granite countertops and s dressing area.
Another view of the primary bathroom.
The stairway to the laundry room from the back hallway.
Great storage in the laundry room, a sink and a refrigerator also.
Another view of the laundry room.
The covered deck off the family room has a serving area and room for an outdoor beverage fridge.
A view of the deck and the French doors of the family room.
Relax on the deck and view the fountain at the back of the yard. Notice the storage cabinet at the left. There is a mosquito system for the deck.
Fountain in front of the two car garage back door.
View of the whole back yard.
Pavers, stone pebbles and fern make for a carefree back garden area.
View of the deck and the glass block window in the primary bathroom.
A view from the fence...
The side view of the home with the two car garage, fronting Amherst.Right out of a storybook photo, this charming cottage has been lovingly cared for since it was built in 1940 (per HCAD). There have been numerous upgrades with an addition of a high beamed ceiling to the back of the house, a beautiful deck and patio with a fountain that provides a secluded respite from the world. The Primary bedroom has a luxurious bathroom with an oversized shower and separate tub. The two secondary bedrooms share an updated bathroom. The remodeled kitchen has a Viking Cooktop, built-in refrigerator, recent dishwasher (12/21) and double oven/microwave. HVAC replaced in 4/23 and the garage door and mechanics in 12/21.The house sits on a large corner lot and has a great covered front porch and lush landscaping to add to the curb appeal. All info per seller
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | West University Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Pershing Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Lamar High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $525.93 | $1,112,874 | 15.89% | $1,056,310 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $453.82 | $960,282 | 1.78% | $960,282 | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $445.88 | $943,480 | 1.81% | $943,480 | 1.81% |
| 2020 | $437.94 | $926,679 | 0.99% | $926,679 | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $433.66 | $917,621 | 5.79% | $917,621 | 5.79% |
| 2018 | $409.92 | $867,390 | 0.00% | $867,390 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $409.92 | $867,390 | 7.06% | $867,390 | 7.06% |
| 2016 | $382.89 | $810,189 | 0.00% | $810,189 | 6.85% |
| 2015 | $382.89 | $810,189 | 17.54% | $758,234 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $325.76 | $689,304 | -0.06% | $689,304 | -0.06% |
| 2013 | $325.96 | $689,726 | 8.08% | $689,726 | 8.08% |
| 2012 | $301.60 | $638,182 | $638,182 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $791,338 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $321,536 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,112,874 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| HOUSTON ISD: | 0.8683 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3501 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0311 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0057 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1434 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0048 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0922 % |
| W UNIVERSITY PLACE CITY OF: | 0.2608 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.7565 % |
