8710 Congo Lane, Houston, TX 77040 (MLS # 74456726)

Price $789,000
Status Active
Beds 9
Baths 4.5 Baths
Home size 5,711 sqft
Lot Size 43,560 sqft
Days on Market 152
This rare one-acre property offers endless possibilities for extended families or investors. Centrally located near Beltway 8 and Hwy 290, just south of the racetrack, it boasts a 2,455 sq. ft. upgraded primary home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus two private guest quarters with baths (820 sq. ft. total). A two-story partially unfinished 1,560 sq. ft. building provides even more living or rental potential. Additional features include a 400 sq. ft. exercise/storage building, a 252 sq. ft. tool shed, a 600 sq. ft. covered pavilion, extensive patios, and an in-ground pool surrounded by majestic live oaks. Secured by 8'-10' walls and wrought iron fencing, the property includes a new 250' water well and offers low taxes. Perfect for multigenerational living or as an income-generating investment.
Property Type(s): Single Family
Last Updated 4/22/2025 Tract John Waugh Surv Abs #831
Year Built 1968 Community 11
Garage Spaces 1.0 County Harris

SCHOOLS

School District 13 - Cypress-Fairbanks
Elementary School GLEASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Jr. High School COOK MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School JERSEY VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL

Price History

Prior to Dec 16, '24 $875,000
Dec 16, '24 - Mar 26, '25 $831,250
Mar 26, '25 - Apr 22, '25 $800,000
Apr 22, '25 - Today $789,000

Additional Details

AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
AREA 11
CONSTRUCTION Brick, Wood Siding
EXTERIOR Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Central, Natural Gas
INTERIOR Pantry
LOT 1 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Other
PARKING Circular Driveway, Oversized, Additional Parking, Driveway, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
POOL Yes
SEWER Septic Tank
STORIES 1
STYLE Traditional
SUBDIVISION John Waugh Surv Abs #831
TAXES 8714
WATER Well

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