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742 W 42nd St

Houston, TX 77018
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3 - 4 Bedroom(s)
2 Full Bath(s)
2,505 Sqft
11,820 Lot Sqft
Single-Family

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Description

Rare Garden Oaks original on an 11,820 sqft lot under a mature oak, walkable to Garden Oaks Elementary. PIER AND BEAM, built 1945 and expanded in 2011 to 2,510 sqft. Primary bath remodeled 2026 with a freestanding tub. Most of the living on one level, flex space up. Refinished hardwoods. Two-car garage with 240V EV charging. NO HOA. Major upgrades include roof (2019), HardiePlank siding (2019), double-pane windows (2019), secondary bath (2019), gutters, French drains and sprinklers (2019), back deck and both porches (2026), and foundation stabilization by DuraPier (2026) with a transferable warranty and reports on file. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included. Deep shaded backyard with room for a pool and a long driveway made for chalk and bikes. Blocks from the gazebo, Spark Park and Greater Heights Brewing, minutes to 610, 45 and 290. Seller lease-back preferred. A rare chance to own a cared-for Garden Oaks original, documented from the ground up.

MLS#
88514776
List Price
$925,000 ($369/Sqft.)
Listing Status
For Sale
Address
742 W 42nd St
City
Houston
State
TX
Zip Code
77018
County
Harris County
Legal Description
LT 11 BLK 29 GARDEN OAKS SEC 2
Property Type
Single-Family
Bedroom
3 - 4 Bedroom(s)
Bath
2 Full Bath(s)
Garages
2 / Detached ,Oversized
Stories
1.5
Building Size
2,505 Sqft/Appraisal District
Architecture Style
Traditional
Year Built
1945 /Appraisal District
Lot Size
11,820 Sqft/Appraisal District
Key Map©
452L
Market Area

Exterior

Roof
Composition
Foundation
Pier & Beam
Private Pool
No
Exterior Type
Cement Board, Wood
Lot Description
Subdivision Lot
Garage Carport
Additional Parking,Auto Driveway Gate,Auto Garage Door Opener,Double-Wide Driveway,Driveway Gate,Extra Driveway
Water Sewer
Public Sewer, Public Water
Front Door Face
South
Area Pool
No
Exterior
Back Green Space, Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Private Driveway, Side Yard, Storage Shed

Extra details you may need to know

Dwelling Type
Free Standing
HOA Mandatory
No
List Type
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease

Financial information

Financing Considered
Cash Sale, Conventional, VA
Other Fees
No
Ownership
Full Ownership
Maintenance Fee
No
Taxes w/o Exemp
$18,954/2026
Tax Rate
2.1252

Rooms

Dining
14 x 10, 1st
Primary Bedroom
15 x 15, 1st
Bedroom
12 x 12, 1st
Bedroom
11 x 12, 1st
Primary Bath
16 x 8, 1st

Interior

Countertop
Neolith
Floors
Tile, Wood
Bathroom Description
Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only
Bedroom Description
All Bedrooms Down,Primary Bed - 1st Floor,Walk-In Closet
Kitchen Description
Breakfast Bar,Island w/ Cooktop,Kitchen open to Family Room,Pantry,Under Cabinet Lighting
Room Description
Butlers Pantry, Gameroom Up, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in House
Cooling
Central Electric
Heating
Central Gas
Connections
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Compactor
No
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Ice Maker
No
Microwave
Yes
Oven
Convection Oven, Single Oven
Range
Gas Cooktop
Energy Feature
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Insulated/Low-E windows
Interior
Alarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Window Coverings

Lot Information

Lot Size
11,820 Sqft. /Appraisal District
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