Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/16/2026
Listed
$3,250,000
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Property Description
Located in River Oaks, this traditional home at 2242 Pelham Drive offers an exceptional 4-5BD, 5.1BA elevator-capable layout designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Upon entry, a private library and formal dining room with butler's pantry set the tone for the home's timeless design. The open-concept family room with fireplace flows seamlessly into the breakfast area and expansive island kitchen, all connected to the butler's pantry for effortless hosting. Upstairs, the spacious primary retreat features dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and steam shower. Three additional bedrooms with ensuite baths, a large game room, and utility room complete the second floor. A connected 5th bedroom/guest suite with ensuite bath offers flexibility for guests with a separate staircase. Outdoors, enjoy a pool and spa, turfed side yard, gated motor court, & two-car garage with additional driveway parking and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2242 Pelham Dr
General
- Price: $3,250,000
- HOA FEE: $226/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $54,813 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 84576842
- Updated: 5/16/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 18
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Butler's Pantry, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator Shaft, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Programmable Thermostat
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Gas Log, Outside
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Trash, Guard
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Security/Safety: Security Gate, Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Paved Driveway, Patio, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 16
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: River Oaks Sec 01
- Driving Directions: From Downtown Houston, head West on Memorial Drive. Exit toward Shepherd Drive/Durham Drive. Turn Left (South) onto S Shepherd Drive. Turn Right (West) onto San Felipe St. Turn Right onto Pelham Drive. The house will be on your left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elem School District: 27 - Houston
- Midd School District: 27 - Houston
- High School District: 27 - Houston
- Elementary School: RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- Middle School: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
- High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: River Oaks Property Owners - ROPO
- Assoc. Fees Include: Other
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: French Provincial
- Construction: Stucco
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 4,976
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 4,976 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2005
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1865
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Subdivision
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Partial
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade, Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $2,713
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $54,813
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Legal Description: LT 38 BLK 44 RIVER OAKS SEC 1
- Exclusions: See listing agent
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 060-155-044-0038
- Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 2242 Pelham Dr
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
River Oaks Elementary School, Houston, TX 2008 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77019 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Lanier Middle School 2600 Woodhead Street, Houston, TX 77098 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Lamar High School 3325 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77098 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 2242 Pelham Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 2242 Pelham Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$33,198
10%
$2,579,153
3%
2023
$30,065
—
$2,497,903
11%
2022
$30,065
-18%
$2,254,000
-10%
2022
$36,793
3%
$2,499,054
21%
2021
$35,822
-2%
$2,064,894
—
2020
$36,679
-26%
$2,065,291
1%
2019
$49,655
2%
$2,050,500
7%
2018
$48,585
—
$1,920,000
—
2017
$48,506
7%
$1,920,000
7%
2016
$45,434
10%
$1,796,850
10%
2015
$41,412
—
$1,633,500
-27%
2015
$41,412
13%
$2,244,612
57%
2013
$36,593
—
$1,430,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2242 Pelham Drive, Houston, TX 77019 (MLS# 84576842) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 2242 Pelham Drive is currently listed for $3,250,000 and was received on May 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 2242 Pelham Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downtown Houston? You can browse all Downtown Houston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.