Address
742 W 42nd Street, Houston, TX
Price
$ 925,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#35136182
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHarris
- CityHouston
- Area9 Garden Oaks
- NeighborhoodGarden Oaks Sec 02
- Zip77018
- Style
- Year Built1945
- Taxes$ 18954
- Price$ 925,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2505
- Lot Size0.2713 Acres
Data Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)
Property Description
Rare Garden Oaks original on an 11,820 sqft lot under a mature oak, walkable to Garden Oaks Elementary. PIER AND BEAM, built 1945 and expanded in 2011 to 2,510 sqft. Primary bath remodeled 2026 with a freestanding tub. Most of the living on one level, flex space up. Refinished hardwoods. Two-car garage with 240V EV charging. NO HOA. Major upgrades include roof (2019), HardiePlank siding (2019), double-pane windows (2019), secondary bath (2019), gutters, French drains and sprinklers (2019), back deck and both porches (2026), and foundation stabilization by DuraPier (2026) with a transferable warranty and reports on file. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included. Deep shaded backyard with room for a pool and a long driveway made for chalk and bikes. Blocks from the gazebo, Spark Park and Greater Heights Brewing, minutes to 610, 45 and 290. Seller lease-back preferred. A rare chance to own a cared-for Garden Oaks original, documented from the ground up.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| GARDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary School | BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle School | WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/5/2026 | Listed $925,000 |
General Features
| Country | US |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central,Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Microwave,Oven,Cooktop |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Patio,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Security Features | Security Gate,Security System Owned,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Cement Siding,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1945 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| County | Harris |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Energy Efficient | Thermostat,Windows |
| Subdivision Name | Garden Oaks Sec 02 |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Head North On Shepherd Dr. from 610 and drive to 42nd St. then take a Left onto 42nd St. and the home is on the right side of 42nd St. |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-09-23T18:48:20.213-00:00 |
| High School | WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL |
| City | Houston |
| High School District | 27 - Houston |
| MLS Area | 9 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Elementary School | GARDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| Tax Annual Amount | 18954 |
| Middle/Junior High School | BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL |
| MLS Area Minor | Garden Oaks |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 27 - Houston |
| Elementary School District | 27 - Houston |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| PostalCity | Houston |
| Legal Description | LT 11 BLK 29 GARDEN OAKS SEC 2 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | All Bedrooms Down,Breakfast Bar,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Main Level Primary,Pantry,Soaking Tub,Separate Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments,Ceiling Fan(s),Kitchen/Dining Combo,Programmable Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Low-Emissivity Windows,Window Coverings |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Game Room,Kitchen,Living Room,Pantry,Utility Room |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Deck,Fence,Paved Driveway,Porch,Patio,Private Yard,Storage |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard |
| Parking Features | Additional Parking,Driveway,Detached,Electric Gate,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Oversized |
| Lot Features | Subdivision,Backs to Greenbelt/Park,Side Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 11820 |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Building Area Total | 2505 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.2713 |
| Lot Size Source | Appraiser |
| Private Pool | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 77018
Price
Taxes
Year Built
In The Neighborhood
Open House
Houston
$ 899,000
718 Garden Oaks Boulevard
Houston, TX 77018
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,561 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2.5 Baths
Houston
$ 1,299,000
721 W 41st Street
Houston, TX 77018
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 3,528 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Houston
$ 859,000
701 W 39th Street
Houston, TX 77018
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 3,582 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 4.5 Baths
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