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742 W 42nd Street, Houston, TX 77018

Houston
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742 W 42nd Street,Houston, TX 77018
$925,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,505 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Listed by: james krueger, laura macicek
Office: corcoran prestige realty713-364-4003
MLS#:35136182
Source:HARMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$925,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$369.26

About this home

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.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1945
  • Subdivision & Development:Garden Oaks Sec 02
  • Listing ID #:35136182
  • Updated:October 07, 2026 at 09:17 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:5
  • Flooring:Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Kitchen Dining Combo
  • Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Kitchen Description:Breakfast Bar, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Kitchen Dining Combo, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven, Pantry
  • Living area:2,505 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Electric
  • Heating:Central, Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1945
  • Building area:2,505 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.27 Acres
  • Lot Features:Side Yard, Subdivision
  • Architectural Style:Traditional
  • Construction Materials:Cement Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Fence, Patio, Porch, Private Yard, Storage
  • Foundation Description:Pillar Post Pier

Schools

  • High school:WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle school:BLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • Elementary school:GARDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Utilities

  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$925,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$369.26
  • Tax amount:$18,954 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Low Emissivity Windows, Programmable Thermostat, Security Gate, Security System - Owned, Smoke Detectors, Window Coverings

Parking

  • Parking description:Additional Parking, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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