#80988345, Beverly LeBlanc, Listing office: HomeSmart
$1,925,000 List price
2631 Amherst St Houston, TX 77005
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,677 sqft
0.1 acres
$524 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2631 Amherst St
This meticulously maintained custom home in West University, located in the desirable Virginia Court, has been lovingly updated by its original owners. The traditional three-story red brick residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a re-surfaced and re-tiled freshwater pool (9/24), and a finished garage apartment offering an additional 479 sq. ft. with wood floors, a kitchen, and a full bath. The home includes refinished wood floors (6/25), plantation shutters, a full-house Generac gas and water-cooled generator (replaced 9/24), an epoxied garage floor, annual exterior painting, high-end stainless-steel appliances including a refrigerator (replaced 9/24), and a refurbished primary shower (6/25). The third floor is fully finished, and the home is equipped with a recirculating hot water system. All furnishings remain, including three stunning chandeliers. Just a short walk to Rice Village and close to all West U amenities, this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully cared-for home.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Zoned
Size3,677 sqft
Lot size0.1435 Acres
Year built1988
ParkingDriveway, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #96316619
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas, Gas Log
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Wet Bar, Crown Molding, Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Hot Tub/Spa, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Programmable Thermostat
- Fireplace: Gas, Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Driveway, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard, Tennis Court(s)
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
- List Price: $1,925,000
- Price/SqFt: $523
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,987
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Subdivision, Side Yard(s)
- Directions: Head northeast on I-69. Exit at Kirby Drive. Turn right and go to Amherst St. Take a right and home is on the left at the corner of Amherst and Fordham.
- Year Built: 1988
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,677 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1435 Acres
- MLS Number: 96316619
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
- Office Phone: (713) 520-1981
- Office Email: robin.conner@sothebyshomes.com
- Listing Agent: Judy Levin
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,328,730 | $13,987 |
| 2023 | $1,316,509 | $17,528 |
| 2022 | $1,114,805 | $15,486 |
| 2021 | $1,078,708 | $17,528 |
| 2020 | $1,132,000 | $23,726 |
| 2018 | $1,097,000 | $24,780 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Roberts Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.6 mi
•6000 Greenbriar Dr
10
West University Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.9 mi
•3756 University Blvd
4
Poe Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
1.1 mi
•5100 Hazard St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $191,975. The majority of Houston, TX residents have income $200k+ annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
19%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
48%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
33%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News
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About 2631 Amherst St
The listing price of 2631 Amherst St property is $1,925,000.
The property 2631 Amherst St is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77005.
Active Listing: 2631 Amherst St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2631 Amherst St are: Roberts Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), West University Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Poe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Rice School /La Escuela Rice (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pershing Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lanier Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Debakey High School for Health Prof (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lamar High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Challenge Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,987 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 2631 Amherst St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 2631 Amherst St is 3,677 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2631 Amherst St is 1988.
This home is located at 2631 Amherst St in Houston, TX and zip code 77005. This 3,677 square foot home, which was built in 1988, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,925,000.
While more than 322 listings in Houston, TX in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 411 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1379 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Houston, TX between May and June 2025 increased by 10.4%. In June 2025 median list price was $323,293 and the average listing age was 37 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.