1237 Althea Dr, Houston, TX 77018
FOR SALE
NEW CONSTRUCTION
0.28 ACRES

1237 Althea Dr
Houston, TX 77018

Oak Forest - Garden Oaks
  • 5 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,867 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$2,675,000

Original price: $2,475,000
Est. Mortgage $17,320/mo*
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$2,675,000

Original price: $2,475,000
Est. Mortgage $17,320/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,867 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Stunning Home by New Oak Homes, Designed specifically for this Oversized 12,160sqft Corner Lot zoned Oak Forest Elementary, this home has it all! 5/6 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bath, Full Secondary Prep Kitchen, Wet Bar, Family Kitchen, Huge Covered back patio with Fireplace and outdoor Kitchen, 3 bay garage! Private Home Office, Utility room on each floor, MUD room entry, Guest En-suite Down, tucked away for privacy. The Primary Bedroom feels like a retreat, with Tower Windows, Sitting Area, Oversized Walk-in closest, Beverage Center, Primary bathroom boasts soaking tub, her vanity area, his and hers vanities, all with beautiful natural light, and Massive 7' shower. Upstairs 3 Large Secondary Bedrooms all include private baths and closet. Dedicated dark Media Room(possible 6 bed), Large Game Room wired Surround Sound. Whole home dehumidifier, Elevator Ready, Foam Insulation, Tankless Heaters, EV Chargers, Solar and Smart Home Ready. Huge back yard Plenty room for Pool. Security Cameras Included!

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$456
Listed
8 days ago

Home Details for 1237 Althea Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Master Bathroom, KitchenWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5867 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Water Heater, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, DishwasherDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Natural Gas,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: OutsideHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated/Low-E windowsDoor: Insulated DoorsFlooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: Accessible Common Area, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Adaptable For ElevatorFloors: Engineered Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Security
Security: Prewired for Alarm System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition Metal Energy Star Reflective RoofPatio / Porch: Covered, Patio/Deck, PorchFencing: Back YardOther Structures: WorkshopExterior: Side Yard, Sprinkler SystemFoundation: Slab on Builders PierNo Private PoolSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Oversized,Additional Parking,Garage Door Opener,Double-Wide Driveway,Workshop in Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2026
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Free StandingArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Spray Foam Insulation, Brick, Cement Siding, Stone, Stucco, Wood SidingIs a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0730990210001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,675,000Price Per Sqft: $456

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: HoustonCommunity: Oak Forest
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Forest Elementary School (Houston)Jr High / Middle School: Black Middle SchoolHigh School: Waltrip High SchoolHigh School District: 27 - Houston

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 56064483

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: New Oak Homes LLC
Building Area
Building Area: 5867 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Attic Vents, Thermostat, Lighting, HVAC, HVAC>13 SEER, Exposure/Shade

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 56064483

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Park,Picnic Area,Playground
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Mark Maniha TREC #0594470, (713) 252-5086
Mark Maniha Real Estate
Source: HAR, MLS#56064483
Also Listed on HAR.

Price History for 1237 Althea Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/15/2026$2,675,000PriceChange
HAR #56064483
11/18/2025$2,475,000PriceChange
HAR #94413906
12/15/2024$2,585,000Listed For SaleHAR #22252620
09/01/2023ListingRemovedHAR #77191012
01/26/2023$2,275,000PriceChange
HAR #77191012
07/09/2022$1,975,000Listed For SaleHAR #77191012
09/27/2021ListingRemovedBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices
08/09/2021$500,000PendingHAR #36091753
08/02/2021$500,000Listed For SaleHAR #36091753

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$11,257
Assessment$538,020
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Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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Neighborhood Overview

Oak Forest - Garden Oaks
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What Locals Say about Oak Forest - Garden Oaks

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  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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1237 Althea Dr, Houston, TX 77018 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,867 sqft single-family home built in 2026. 1237 Althea Dr is located in Oak Forest - Garden Oaks, Houston. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by HAR on May 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 56064483.