3735 Rio Vista St

Houston, TX 77021

$499,900
Price
3
Beds
2,966 Sq. Ft.
$169 / Sq. Ft.
2,966
Sq. Ft.
$169
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Rare opportunity in Riverside Terrace, a storied and sought after neighborhood in the heart of Houston. Situated on an expansive 11,305 sq ft lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath classic home has additional space beyond the main living areas and carries the architectural character and original finishes of a bygone era. Well loved for decades, priced to reflect current condition, and ready for the buyer who recognizes what this address represents. This home is part of the Parkwood Drive Civic Club with deep...Rare opportunity in Riverside Terrace, a storied and sought after neighborhood in the heart of Houston. Situated on an expansive 11,305 sq ft lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath classic home has additional space beyond the main living areas and carries the architectural character and original finishes of a bygone era. Well loved for decades, priced to reflect current condition, and ready for the buyer who recognizes what this address represents. This home is part of the Parkwood Drive Civic Club with deep roots, a powerful neighborhood history, and an unmatched inner-loop location minutes from the Texas Medical Center, Museum District, Hermann Park, University of Houston, Texas Southern University, and the Houston Zoo. The heartbeat of Houston — with the calm of an established neighborhood. Sold as-is. Call for your private showing today!
  1. Listed by Bincy Jacob • TREC #0644533 • Brokerage DRE #9000544 • Keller Williams Realty Southwest
    P: (832)-848-0101 C: (832)-848-0101 bincy@realtorbincy.com

Property Details for 3735 Rio Vista Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Riverside Terrace Sec 13
LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 11:48 AM

Property Details for 3735 Rio Vista Street

StatusActive
MLS #38608692
Days on Market61
Taxes$8,934 / year
HOA Fees$50 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,303 SF
CountyHarris County
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Location

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Building Information for 3735 Rio Vista Street

Stories2Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,303 SF

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Property Information for 3735 Rio Vista Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From 288 N exit Yellowstone, proceed on feeder to Old Spanish Trail (OST) right on OST to Scott Street, left on Scott to Rio Vista (on the left) and turn left - house will be on the right side of street.
  • Map Coordinate: 533H
  • MLS Area Major: 4
  • MLS Area Minor: Riverside
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Unparsed Address: 3735 Rio Vista Street
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $50
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Parkwood Drive Civic Club
  • Association Phone: 713-365-8555
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,934
  • Tax Legal Description: LT 3 BLK 70 RIVERSIDE TERRACE SEC 13
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
  • High School: YATES HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: CULLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2966.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Lot Size Acres: 11305.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 061-138-070-0003
  • Property Sub Type: Free Standing, Detached
  • Property Type: Single-Family, Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 13
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Community Pool
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Pool Area: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Granite Counters, Ceiling Fans
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, GasDryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 16
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 15
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 16
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 3735 Rio Vista Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #38608692

$499,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #38608692

$499,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3735 Rio Vista Street

Taxable ValueLand$223,355Additions$175,427Total$398,782
Tax Record2024$495 ($41 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,966 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,966 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,304 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949CountyHARRISAPN0611380700003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3735 Rio Vista Street

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lockhart Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Cullen Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Yates High School
Public - 9 to 12
Energy Institute High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lockhart Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cullen Middle School
Public6 to 8

Yates High School
Public9 to 12

Energy Institute High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 3735 Rio Vista Street, Houston, TX 77021

3735 Rio Vista Street is a single family home for sale in Houston, TX 77021. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Keller Williams Realty Southwest, it's currently listed at $499,900. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Lockhart Elementary School, Cullen Middle School and Yates High School. 3735 Rio Vista Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,966 sqft single family home built in 1949.

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