Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/02/2026
Listed
$249,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Welcome home to this charming single-story residence conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and just a short drive from Downtown Houston. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional layout with both formal living and formal dining areas, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The chef's eat-in kitchen features lengthy countertops, a breakfast bar, abundant cabinet storage, and opens seamlessly to the main living area. The spacious primary suite boasts an updated en-suite bath complete with double sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet. Step outside to enjoy the covered patio overlooking a pool-sized backyard featuring a storage shed, garden area, and tranquil pond. Recent improvements include a new roof (2026) and new electrical panel 2026, offering added peace of mind for years to come.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 243 Empress Dr
General
- Price: $249,900
- Taxes: $4,899 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 60239863
- Updated: 7/2/2026
- Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Pantry, Window Treatments, Programmable Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Fence, Porch, Patio, Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 3
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Arlington Heights Sec 01
- Driving Directions: I-45 to exit Edgebrook Dr to right onto Balcones Dr., to lefto onto Empress Dr.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elem School District: 41 - Pasadena
- Midd School District: 41 - Pasadena
- High School District: 41 - Pasadena
- Elementary School: PEARL HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle School: MILSTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL
- High School: SOUTH HOUSTON HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Gas, Window Unit
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,861
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,861 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1957
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1868
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Subdivision
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat
- Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,899
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Legal Description: LT 37 BLK 1 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS SEC 1
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 089-001-000-0037
- Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 243 Empress Dr
School District:Pasadena Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pearl Hall Elementary School 1504 9th St, Houston, TX 77587 | PK-4 | 0.5 mi |
Miller Intermediate School, Pasadena, TX 1002 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, TX 77504 | 7-8 | 0.9 mi |
South Houston High School 3820 S Shaver, Houston, TX 77587 | 9-12 | 0.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 243 Empress Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 243 Empress Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,556
38%
$197,952
-4%
2023
$1,850
—
$206,123
3%
2022
$1,850
-43%
$199,768
10%
2022
$3,247
—
$181,904
17%
2021
$3,259
—
$155,653
-1%
2020
$3,262
-15%
$157,643
13%
2019
$3,840
5%
$140,069
10%
2018
$3,671
—
$127,336
—
2017
$3,663
15%
$127,058
10%
2016
$3,181
10%
$115,508
10%
2015
$2,901
—
$105,008
10%
2015
$2,901
8%
$95,462
—
2013
$2,683
—
$95,462
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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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243 Empress Drive, Houston, TX 77034 (MLS# 60239863) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 243 Empress Drive is currently listed for $249,900 and was received on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 243 Empress 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.