Houston, TX 77018 231 W 31st Street
$884,900
29 more
Presented By: JLA Realty;
Beds • 4
Baths • 3
SQFT • 2,277
Garage • 4
Home Details
Charming, updated Garden Oaks home on a huge lot in a prime central location with easy access to major highways for commuting in any direction. Walk to Whole Foods, local restaurants, and neighborhood bars while enjoying the character of this original home. Major updates include recent roof, and HVAC system with updated ductwork, and beautifully renovated bathrooms. The standout feature is the impressive 12-foot ceiling garage/workshop/apartment with epoxy floors, a full bathroom, kitchenette, multi-zone mini-split climate control, EV-ready 50-amp circuit, built-in cabinets, workbenches, storage lockers, and shelving—all included. The garage is framed for a future second-story addition, with non-load-bearing interior walls for flexible expansion and enough height for an automotive lift. The spacious backyard offers room for a pool, while ample parking makes entertaining family and friends a breeze.
Presented By: JLA Realty;
Interior Features for 231 W 31st Street
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible4
Total Bedrooms4
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceOwner
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesGas, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringTile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesAll Bedrooms Down, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Main Level Primary, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Split Bedrooms, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
Laundry FeaturesWasher Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesWindow Coverings
Other Rooms
Room TypeBreakfast Room/Nook, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Garage Apartment, Guest Quarters, Living Room, Sunroom, Utility Room
General for 231 W 31st Street
AppliancesDishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer
Architectural StyleContemporary/Modern, Traditional
Assoc Fee Paid PerAnnually
Attached Garage No
Carport Spaces2
Carport Y/NYes
CityHouston
Construction MaterialsCement Siding, Wood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Other, Attic Fan
CountryUS
CountyHarris
DirectionsFrom I-610W take exit 15 towards SH-261, N Shepard Dr. Turn right onto Ashland St. Turn right onto W 31st St. Home will be on your right.
Elementary SchoolGARDEN OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Energy EfficientAppliances, Insulation, Lighting, Thermostat
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces4
Garage Y/NYes
Green Indoor Air QualityVentilation
HOA Fee$25
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolWASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
High School District27 - Houston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionLT 28 BLK 2 GARDEN OAKS SEC 1
LevelsOne
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area9
MLS Area MinorGarden Oaks
Middle/Junior High SchoolBLACK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2026-10-17T20:08:31.610-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresGarage Apartment, Shed(s), Workshop
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Deck, Patio
PostalCityHouston
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesSecurity Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count1
Subdivision NameGarden Oaks Sec 01
Tax Annual Amount15323
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms8
Year Built1945
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 231 W 31st Street
Building Area Total2277
Exterior AmenitiesCovered Patio, Deck, Fence, Paved Driveway, Patio, Storage
FencingBack Yard
Foundation DetailsSlab
Lot FeaturesCleared, Subdivision
Lot Size Acres0.3214
Lot Size Area14000
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAttached Carport, Additional Parking, Boat, Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Private PoolNo
Road Surface TypeAsphalt
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner