Sales comparison approach using 3 comparable sales within 0.5 miles sold in last 6 months. Adjusted for size, condition, and age. Assessed value of $190,886 appears below market.
Single‑Story Brick 3BR/2BA in Hidden Forest, Houston
919 Grand Oaks Drive is a documented single‑story brick residence built in 1970, offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across approximately 1,278 square feet of living space. The property sits on a 6,199 square‑foot lot with standard residential frontage on Grand Oaks Drive and a level topography. Key built elements recorded in public records include brick construction, a composition roof, central electric cooling, central gas heating, and a 2‑car attached garage. The assessor lists the home in average condition and notes there is no basement.
The house lies in Houston’s Hidden Forest neighborhood, a quiet, predominantly residential area with convenient access to local amenities. Nearby points of interest include North Shore Park (about 1.2 miles), Woodforest Shopping Center (about 1.8 miles) and San Jacinto College North Campus (about 2.5 miles). Local schools serving the area are within a short drive: Cimarron Elementary, Cunningham Middle, and North Shore Senior High. Tax records and occupancy signals indicate the property is owner‑occupied; the assessor’s recorded total assessed value and annual taxes are available in public records for due‑diligence review.
Market activity around Grand Oaks Drive has been active enough to produce recent, usable comparables: multiple single‑family homes within 0.5 miles sold in the last six months and were used for neighborhood analysis. Area market metrics point to a balanced market with roughly three months of inventory and average days on market in the mid‑40s. Rental comparables in the immediate area also show stable demand for three‑bedroom homes, supporting an estimated monthly rent figure used for preliminary rental analysis.
From an opportunities and risk perspective, the house represents an affordable single‑family option in a stable neighborhood. The 1970 construction year suggests buyers and investors should prioritize inspections of mechanical systems and the roof. The property research record specifically recommends verifying lot boundaries, confirming flood‑zone status, and completing a professional home inspection, along with targeted checks of the roof and HVAC. For owners or investors, straightforward updates or cosmetic renovations are noted as common strategies to improve marketability in this segment. All critical facts should be confirmed with county records, licensed professionals, and an on‑site inspection before making decisions.
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Comparable sales
- 544 SF larger
- 1 additional bedroom
- 1 additional bathroom
- Similar lot size
- Same year built
- 22 SF smaller
- Similar lot size
- 1 year older
- Same living area
- Similar lot size
- Same year built
A 1970 traditional on 0.14 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Hidden Forest
Researched nearby locations
Location
919 Grand Oaks Drive, Houston, TX 77015
Hidden Forest is a quiet, residential neighborhood in northeast Houston characterized by single‑family lots, tree‑lined streets and easy access to everyday conveniences. The area places residents within short drives of neighborhood parks and green space—North Shore Park is roughly 1.2 miles away—and retail options such as Woodforest Shopping Center about 1.8 miles out. San Jacinto College North Campus provides a nearby educational anchor and local services sit within a few miles. The neighborhood is primarily residential and appeals to buyers and renters seeking modest, established housing stock with straightforward commuting to nearby retail and institutional nodes.
North Shore Park is approximately 1.2 miles away, and nearby green space and neighborhood parks provide basic outdoor recreation within a short drive.
A factual market snapshot around 919 Grand Oaks Drive.
Single Family Residential
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family
Assessment data and recorded transactions.
Assessed value is kept visually separate from the CompCasa market-value estimate.
Tax assessment
Sale history
Rental references from the research record.
Context only—not an investment recommendation or guarantee of achievable rent.
Supporting lease references
- 3 SF smaller
- 8 SF smaller
What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- Assessed value $190,886 (land $45,570, improvements $145,316) — annual taxes $4,794
- Last sold in 2010 for $90,000 ($70/SF) — current estimate $160,000 ($125/SF)
- Located in Hidden Forest neighborhood with proximity to parks and schools
- Comparable sales within 0.5 miles in last 6 months range $150K–$170K
- Average days on market in area: 45 days (balanced market)
Still worth verifying
Routine buyer due diligence items; these are not known defects.
- Confirm lot dimensions and boundaries
- Verify condition of roof and HVAC system
- Confirm flood zone status and potential risks
- Professional home inspection
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 1,278 sq ft gross living area
- Single‑story layout
- Central electric cooling
- Central gas heating
- No basement
- Average condition
Sources & research confidence.
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