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$1,249,000

1235 Thornton Rd

Houston, TX
Option Pending
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3,987
Square Feet
0.18
Lot Size (acres)
2008
Year Built
64
Days On Market

Zoned to Oak Forest Elem, This Oak Forest Stunner on Great Block has the BEST Covered Outdoor Living Space you will Find in any Similar Home! Guest bedroom down w/ full bath adds flexibility incredible Flexibility! Arched doorways, stylish lighting, rich millwork, wood shuttered windows & Travertine & wood flooring add warmth throughout. The open plan offers a private study, formal dining & chef’s island kitchen w/quartz counters, designer backsplash, SS appliances, butler’s pantry + walk-in pantry & bar seating. Kitchen opens to the family room w/custom built-ins, gas-log FP & access to a spectacular covered patio. Primary has a sitting area, custom walk-in closet & spa-like bath. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, game room w/built-in snack bar + storage & flexible study area. Turfed backyard, covered patio, mosquito control & sprinklers in back beds, side & front yards. Mechanical updates: 2023 roof w/solar attic fans & 2 water heaters; 2024 HVAC; & 2025 electrical panel.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 days ago
Listed By
Shawn Manderscheid · eXp Realty LLC, 8885197431
MLS#
63505868
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Option Pending

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1235 Thornton Rd, Houston, TX 77018
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
Oak Forest
Zip Code
77018

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Stories
2
Year Built
2008
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Stone, Cement Siding
Building Area
3,987 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Crown Molding, Smart Thermostat
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Oven, Gas Oven, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Wood
Exterior Features
Balcony
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio
Community Features
Curbs
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Attic Fan, Zoned
Heating
Natural Gas, Zoned

Property Features

Lot Size
0.18 Acres
Lot Features
Subdivided
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
3,987 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,249,000
Annual Taxes
$21,801

Schools

72/100
Black Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.6 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,364
Parent reviews
4.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
58% Hispanic / Latino · 24% White · 14% Black
Free/reduced lunch
56%
Phone
(713) 613-2505
54/100
Waltrip High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
1,713
Student body
77% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Black · 7% White
Free/reduced lunch
77%
Phone
(713) 688-1361
100/100
Brazos School For Inquiry And Creativity Tidwell
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1 mi
City
Houston
Students
187
Student body
66% Black · 29% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
97%
Phone
(713) 681-1960
75/100
Durham Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
547
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
60% Hispanic / Latino · 27% White · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(713) 613-2527
75/100
Garden Oaks Montessori
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
799
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
54% Hispanic / Latino · 34% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
46%
Phone
(713) 696-2930
69/100
KIPP Nexus Pri
Elementary · Grades KG–KG · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
90
Student–teacher
12.5
Student body
76% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Black · 7% White
Free/reduced lunch
88%
Phone
(832) 328-1051
61/100
Stevens Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
699
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
93%
Phone
(713) 613-2546
60/100
Brazos School For Inquiry And Creativity Pinemont
Grades M–M · 0.8 mi
City
Houston
Students
103
Student–teacher
18.7
Student body
68% Black · 30% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
97%
Phone
(713) 952-4300

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/04/2026Price change$1,249,000
09/10/2026Listed for sale$1,495,000

Listed by Shawn Manderscheid · eXp Realty LLC · 8885197431

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 1:12 AM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 63505868

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