Welcome to 2438 Albans Rd, a beautifully maintained Southampton home on a desirable corner lot just moments from Rice Village, Rice University, the Texas Medical Center, Hermann Park, and Houston's Museum District. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a first-floor primary suite, dedicated home office, spacious living and dining areas, and a well-appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Filled with natural light, the home blends timeless charm with everyday comfort, while the private backyard and patio provide the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of Inner Loop living with premier dining, boutique shopping, parks, cultural attractions, and major employment centers just minutes away. A rare opportunity to own a classic home in one of Houston's most established and sought-after neighborhoods.
For sale
$1,050,000
2438 Albans Rd, Houston, TX 77005
3beds
2,081sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$1,003,700 Zestimate®
$505/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 40 days
- 950
- 50
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sandra Rubalcava TREC #0766723 832-707-7665,
Coldwell Banker Universal
Source: HAR,MLS#: 37176823
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19x15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 24x11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 24x12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13xx13
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19x13
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Freestanding Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- 2 Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor
- Flooring: Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,081
- Total interior livable area: 2,081 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Double-Wide Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck
- Exterior features: Side Yard, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0370030000020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block & Beam
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Houston Add
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $505/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $738,188
- Annual tax amount: $15,688
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$1,003,700
$954,000 - $1.05M
$4,000/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+13.5%$505/sqft |
Source:  HAR #37176823 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listing removed | $925,000$444/sqft |
Source: HAR #86957926 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Price change | $925,000-15.9%$444/sqft |
Source: HAR #86957926 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $1,100,000-2.2%$529/sqft |
Source: HAR #19926888 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $1,125,000-2.2%$541/sqft |
Source: HAR #19816849 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$553/sqft |
Source: HAR #19816849 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  HAR #92363917 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2024 | Price change | $3,900-7.1%$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #92363917 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,200$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #92363917 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: HAR #74608378 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,200-4.5%$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #74608378 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: HAR #54328159 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2023 | Price change | $4,400-8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 5/4/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,800+26.3%$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #54328159 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2020 | Listing removed | $3,800$2/sqft |
Source: South Haus Living, LLC #31374563 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2020 | Price change | $3,800-5%$2/sqft |
Source: South Haus Living, LLC #31374563 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2020 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
Source: South Haus Living, LLC #31374563 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2020 | Listing removed | $4,000$2/sqft |
Source: South Haus Living, LLC #31374563 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2020 | Price change | $4,000+29%$2/sqft |
Source: South Haus Living, LLC #31374563 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,100-6.1%$1/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southwest #8606381 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2019 | Listing removed | $3,300$2/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southwest #94120791 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2019 | Price change | $3,300-5.7%$2/sqft |
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| 3/2/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,500+9.4%$2/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southwest #88252601 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2017 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
Source: Martha Turner Sotheby's #35051324 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
Source: Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty #35051324 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,688 +12% | $738,188 +10.3% |
| 2024 | $14,007 +1.7% | $669,433 -2.1% |
| 2023 | $13,770 +11.4% | $683,446 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $12,361 | $561,400 -0.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $563,200 -2.9% |
| 2020 | $13,914 -7.6% | $579,916 -6.7% |
| 2019 | $15,052 -0.5% | $621,580 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $15,133 | $599,000 |
| 2017 | $15,133 -5.9% | $599,000 -5.8% |
| 2016 | $16,087 | $636,214 |
| 2015 | -- | $636,214 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $422,368 +15.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $364,800 -5.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $384,848 +30% |
| 2010 | -- | $296,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $296,000 -20.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $372,687 +76% |
| 2006 | -- | $211,750 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $192,500 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $175,000 -20.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $220,000 +11.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $197,800 +20% |
| 2000 | -- | $164,900 |
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Neighborhood: University Place
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Poe Elementary School
- Middle: Lanier Middle School
- High: Lamar High School (Houston)
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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