834 W 42nd St, Houston, TX 77018 Property Records

Harris County property record for 834 W 42nd St, Houston, TX 77018

Property Summary

Property TypeSingle Family Home
Details4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,907 sqft · built 2018
Lot Size0.287 acres (12,506 sqft)
Owner2 Individual Names on Record
Last Sale$1,089,100 (Dec 2017)
Tax Bill$21,482 (2025)
Deeds & MortgagesJan 2021 Mortgage
Jan 2021 Mortgage
+ 5 more
Flood ZoneZone X (minimal risk)
APN066-046-036-0009

Property Details

APN / Parcel Number

Primary APN066-046-036-0009

Interior

Bedrooms4 Beds
Full Baths2.5 Baths
Half Baths1 Half Bath
Plumbing Fixtures7 Plumbing Fixtures
Total Rooms9 Rooms
Stories1 Story
Building Area3,907 sqft Living Area
1st Floor Area2,253 sqft
Game RoomGame Room
Fireplaces1 Fireplace
FireplaceFireplace

Exterior

Year BuiltBuilt 2018
Effective Year BuiltEffective 2018
Architectural StyleTraditional
Exterior MaterialCombination
Construction TypeMetal Frame
Foundation TypeSlab (Mat/Raft)
Lot Area12,506 sqft (0.287 acres)
View / LotNeighborhood
Garage Area550 sqft
Parking Spaces2 Parking Spaces
PorchOpen Concrete/Masonry Porch
Porch Area322 sqft

Utilities, Heating & Cooling

Cooling SystemCentral
Heating SystemCentral
Heating FuelGas
SewerMunicipal
Water SourceCommercial

Location & Zoning

Account Number0660460360009
Street Address834 W 42ND ST
CityHOUSTON
StateTX
Zip77018-5310
Property CategoryResidential
Property TypeResidential > Single Family > Home
Legal DescriptionLT 9 BLK 36 GARDEN OAKS SEC 3
Legal SubdivisionGARDEN OAKS SEC 3
Legal Block36
Legal Lot Number9
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Township / Civil DivisionHOUSTON
Census Block Group2
Census Block2015
Census Tract531000

Owner

Source: Harris County records, as of September 29, 2026

Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.

Owner of Record2 Individual Names on Record
Mailing Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
OccupancyOwner Occupied
Owner TypeIndividual

Deeds, Mortgages & Sale History

DateDocument
Jan 26, 2021Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage
CORNERSTONE HOME LENDING INC
Jan 20, 2021Deed of Trust, Mortgage
CORNERSTONE HM LNDG
Jun 21, 2020Loan Modification, Mortgage
FIRST FIN'L BK&TR
Apr 28, 2020Loan Modification, Mortgage
FIRST FIN'L BK&TR
Dec 21, 2019Loan Modification, Mortgage
FIRST FIN'L BK&TR
Dec 20, 2018Loan Modification, Mortgage
FIRST FIN'L BK&TR
Dec 28, 2017Warranty Deed, Construction Loan · Construction Mortgage
FIRST FIN'L BK&TR

Assessor's Deed Record

Deed Names2 Names on Deed
Last SaleDec 28, 2017 · Amount on Record
Deed SaleDec 28, 2017 · Amount on Record
Deed Document Number2017570109
Prior Transfer DateDec 22, 2017
Prior Transfer Doc0000570109
Record UpdatedOct 29, 2026

January 2021: Deed of Trust, Mortgage

Document TypeDeed of Trust
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedSep 6, 2021
Title CompanySELECTITLE LLC, SELECT TITLE LLC

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name

Mortgage

Document Number2021041420
DateJan 26, 2021
Instrument2021-041420
Lender
NameCORNERSTONE HOME LENDING INC
TypeMortgage Company
AddressHOUSTON, TX 77027
Agreement
TypeConventional Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded
Term361 Months
DueFeb 1, 2051

January 2021: Deed of Trust, Mortgage

Document TypeDeed of Trust
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000041420
Instrument DateJan 20, 2021
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedMay 7, 2021
Title CompanySELECT TITLE COMPANY, SELECT TITLE CO

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipHusband and Wife
Address834 W 42ND ST HOUSTON TX 770185310, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310

Mortgage

Document Number0000041420
DateJan 26, 2021
Instrument41420
Lender
NameCORNERSTONE HM LNDG
AddressHOUSTON, TX 77027
Agreement
AmountAmount Recorded
Term360 Months
DueJan 25, 2051

June 2020: Loan Modification, Mortgage

Document TypeLoan Modification
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000436484
Instrument DateJun 21, 2020
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedOct 12, 2020
Title CompanyNOT AVAILABLE

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address4005 ALBA RD HOUSTON TX 770184430, HOUSTON, TX 77018-4430

Mortgage

Document Number0000436484
DateSep 16, 2020
Instrument436484
Lender
NameFIRST FIN'L BK&TR
TypeFunding / Finance Company
AddressWILLIS, TX 77318
Agreement
Term12 Months
DueSep 15, 2021

April 2020: Loan Modification, Mortgage

Document TypeLoan Modification
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000223616
Instrument DateApr 28, 2020
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedJun 5, 2020
Title CompanyNOT AVAILABLE

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address834 W 42ND ST HOUSTON TX 770185310, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310

Mortgage

Document Number0000223616
DateMay 27, 2020
Instrument223616
Lender
NameFIRST FIN'L BK&TR
TypeFunding / Finance Company
AddressWILLIS, TX 77318
Agreement
Term12 Months
DueMay 26, 2021

December 2019: Loan Modification, Mortgage

Document TypeLoan Modification
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000173650
Instrument DateDec 21, 2019
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedMay 4, 2020
Title CompanyNOT AVAILABLE

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address834 W 42ND ST HOUSTON TX 770185310, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310

Mortgage

Document Number0000173650
DateApr 23, 2020
Instrument173650
Lender
NameFIRST FIN'L BK&TR
TypeFunding / Finance Company
AddressABILENE, TX 79604
Agreement
AmountAmount Recorded

December 2018: Loan Modification, Mortgage

Document TypeLoan Modification
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000012000
Instrument DateDec 20, 2018
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedJan 21, 2019

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address834 W 42ND ST HOUSTON TX 770185310, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310

Mortgage

Document Number0000012000
DateJan 10, 2019
Instrument12000
Lender
NameFIRST FIN'L BK&TR
TypeFunding / Finance Company
AddressWILLIS, TX 77318
Agreement
Term12 Months
DueJan 9, 2020

December 2017: Warranty Deed, Construction Loan

Document TypeWarranty Deed
JurisdictionHARRIS TX
Recording DateDec 28, 2017
Property Address834 W 42ND ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018-5310
Document Number0000570109
Instrument DateDec 22, 2017
Instrument570109
Transaction TypeConstruction Loan
Record UpdatedJan 10, 2018
Title CompanyOTHER

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Additional
  • Arm's Length

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipHusband and Wife
Address4005 ALBA RD HOUSTON TX 770184430, HOUSTON, TX 77018-4430

Mortgage

Document Number570111
DateDec 28, 2017
Instrument570111
Lender
NameFIRST FIN'L BK&TR
TypeFunding / Finance Company
AddressCONROE, TX 77304
Agreement
TypeConstruction Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded
Term12 Months
DueDec 27, 2018

Tax Assessment & Valuation

Source: Harris County assessment roll, as of September 29, 2026

Property Jurisdictions

TypeName
StateTexas
CountyHarris County
MunicipalityHouston City
Unified School DistrictHouston Independent School District (PK - 12)

Tax Bill & Assessment History

YearTax BillAssessed ValueAssessed Market Value
2026$1,338,204 (+0.35%) Land $618,915 Building $719,289$1,338,204 (+0.35%) Land $618,915 Building $719,289
2025$21,482.00 (+1.02%) Homeowner's exemption$1,333,535 (-1.46%) Land $618,915 Building $714,620$1,333,535 (-1.46%) Land $618,915 Building $714,620
2024$21,265.00 (+6.35%)
2023$1,353,307 Land $506,385 Building $846,922$1,353,307 Land $506,385 Building $846,922
2022$19,995.00 (-6.13%)
2020$21,301.00

Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.

Flood

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 17, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026

FEMA Flood ZoneZone X
minimal risk
Flood Insurance RequirementNot required
lenders may require it
Flood Insurance CostPremium on Record
median of 230 policies
Community Rating SystemClass 5 (25% premium discount)
Nearby Flood Policies230 in force
Nearby Flood Claims77 (1979–2024)
Claims Outside the SFHA73 of 77
Most Recent ClaimJul 2024 · Hurricane Beryl
Claims by Event
  • Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds And Flooding, May 2015 · 11 claims
  • Hurricane Ike, Sep 2008 · 30 claims
  • Tropical Storm Allison-06-06-2001, Jun 2001 · 11 claims

Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.

Wildfire

Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024

Wildfire RiskNot rated
no burnable land within ember reach

Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.

Drinking Water

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026

Water SystemCITY OF HOUSTON
serves 2,970,543 people · EPA ID TX1010013
Water SourceSurface water
Last State InspectionOct 2025
Lead5 ppb (2024)
action level 15 ppb

Violations Reported to EPA

Water QualityTurbidity
resolved · May 2025
Treatment and ProcedureNone
last 10 years
Monitoring and ReportingNone
last 3 years

Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. This system sells water to local utilities; the supplier billing this address may be one of them.

Internet Providers

Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 720 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025

ProviderMax Down / Up (Mbps)
AT&T
Fiber · Fixed Wireless, DSL in parts of the area
5,000 / 5,000
Xfinity
Cable
2,000 / 2,000
Verizon
Fixed Wireless
300 / 20
T-Mobile
Fixed Wireless
100 / 20

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