$9,871

closing credit¹

8710 Congo Ln Houston, TX 77040

$831,250
9 beds
4 full, 1 partial
5,711 sqft
1.0 acres
$146 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8710 Congo Ln

This rare one-acre property offers endless possibilities for extended families or investors. Centrally located near Beltway 8 and Hwy 290, just south of the racetrack, it boasts a 2,455 sq. ft. upgraded primary home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus two private guest quarters with baths (820 sq. ft. total). A two-story partially unfinished 1,560 sq. ft. building provides even more living or rental potential. Additional features include a 400 sq. ft. exercise/storage building, a 252 sq. ft. tool shed, a 600 sq. ft. covered pavilion, extensive patios, and an in-ground pool surrounded by majestic live oaks. Secured by 8’-10’ walls and wrought iron fencing, the property includes a new 250’ water well and offers low taxes. Perfect for multigenerational living or as an income-generating investment.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size5,711 sqft
Lot size1 Acres
Year built1968
ParkingAdditional Parking, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Oversized, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
MLS #74456726
Garage1 space
FireplaceFree Standing
Private poolYes

Summary

  • MLS Number: 74456726
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: White Picket Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 226-1024
  • Office Email: alan@whitepicketrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Alan Hernandez

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2021$500,567$6,068
2020$370,254$7,251
2018$305,996$6,841

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Reed Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

8700 Tami Renee Ln

5

Frazier Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

8300 Little River Rd

5

Post Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

7600 Equador St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $120,353. The most common annual income of people living in Houston, TX is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

7%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
41%
100k-200k
22%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

25%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • KiaKia
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Living in Houston, TX

About 8710 Congo Ln

This home is located at 8710 Congo Ln in Houston, TX and zip code 77040. This 5,711 square foot home, which was built in 1968, sits on a 1.00 acre lot. Features: 9 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $831,250.

Houston, TX housing market in December 2024 saw over 225 listings sold above listed price, more than 343 sold at listed price and over 1173 sold below. Between November and December 2024, Houston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.1%. While the average time on the market in December 2024 was 42 days, the median list price was $320,179.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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