854 Plainwood Dr, Houston, TX, 77079
About This Home
Gorgeous home situated on a premium cul-de-sac lot that backs directly to wooded green space of Terry Hershey Park! This exceptional home is located in the guard-gated Memorial Thicket community in the Energy Corridor & offers privacy, scenic views & timeless elegance with thoughtful updates. A grand two story entry welcomes you into an expansive layout featuring open-concept living, both formals, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a gameroom & a stunning sunroom with walls of windows. The beautifully renovated kitchen is a true centerpiece with extensive cabinetry, sleek finishes, & a striking waterfall island that opens seamlessly to the main living areas. The luxurious primary suite features a spa-like bath with a freestanding soaking tub, rainhead shower, & designer finishes. Ample storage and custom details throughout. Step outside to your private backyard oasis complete with a sparkling pool, serene wooded views, & a back gate providing direct access to Terry Hershey Park trails.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Brick,Cement Siding
Other
- Builder name: David Weekley
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Disposal,Convection Oven,Double Oven,Microwave,Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Crown Molding,Formal Entry/Foyer,High Ceilings,En-Suite Bath,Primary Bed - 1st Floor,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Flooring: Stone,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,397
- Total interior livable area: 4,397 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar,Kitchen open to Family Room,Pantry,Pots/Pans Drawers
Master Bathroom
- Features: Half Bath,Primary Bath: Double Sinks,Primary Bath: Jetted Tub,Primary Bath: Separate Shower,Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks,Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1173740010002
Features
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated,In Ground
- Exterior features: Back Green Space,Sprinkler System
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Lot size: 9,247 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Cul-De-Sac,Greenbelt,Subdivided,0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Double-Wide Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,525 | $54,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $431 | $5,172 |
| Property Taxes | $1,675 | $20,100 |
| Electricity | $482 | $5,793 |
| Total | $7,113 | $85,356 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-24 | Price change | $950,000 |
| 2025-04-03 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2024-07-27 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-06-07 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000 |
| 2019-10-01 | Listing removed | $497,000 |
| 2019-07-30 | Pending sale | $497,000 |
| 2019-06-02 | Listed for sale | $497,000 |
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