Houses Texas Harris County Houston Oak Forest-Garden Oaks 1538 Thornton Rd

$5,400 / Month

1538 Thornton Rd

Houston, TX 77018

Today

346-268-5416

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

4
Square Feet

3,185 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

2 Car Attached Garage
Central Heating and Cooling System

1538 Thornton Rd

About This Home

Available Now

Timeless Elegance in Oak Forest: A Stylish Blend of Tradition and Modernity Awaits in This Charming Home! This lovely Oak Forest home has a warm traditional hardwood and stone facade and is zoned for Oak Forest Elementary. Its interior design blends classic and modern styles,with vaulted high ceilings and a very elegant color palette,highlighted by a rich wood floor in the main areas. The kitchen features grey cabinetry,gold accents,a white subway tile backsplash,sleek stainless steel appliances,and a large island that connects the kitchen and family room. The owner's retreat features a stunning trayed ceiling,recessed lighting,and views of the backyard. The primary bath features dual vanities,a soaking tub,and a walk-in shower with a seamless glass enclosure. Outdoor space is abundant with a large backyard and a covered patio,all located minutes from great dining,entertainment,and shopping options in Oak Forest and the Houston Heights area. Tour now! MLS# 73443959

1538 Thornton Rd is a house located in Harris County and the 77018 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Houston Independent attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 2018

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

3.5 Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Interior Spaces

3,185 Sq Ft Home 2-Story Property

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 8/15/25 Long Term Lease

Lot Details

7,590 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2 Car Attached Garage

Schools

Oak Forest Elementary School Black Middle School Waltrip High School

Utilities

Central Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

Overview

Shannon Property Management Association Oak Forest Sec 09 Subdivision

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed Pet Deposit Required

Contact

Listed by Steven Shannon | Shannon Property Management
Phone Number
Contact
Source

Houston Association of REALTORS®

Copyright © 2025 Houston Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Location Get Directions

Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Neighborhood

Grab a local craft draft at Karbach Brewing Co. and enjoy the trendy, welcoming atmosphere that comes with the Oak Forest-Garden Oaks neighborhood. A bustling residential area outside of Houston, Texas, Oak Forest-Garden Oaks boasts affordable apartments, houses, condos, and even townhomes for rent that are safe and family-friendly.

Various schools, both public and private, reside around town, and there’s plenty of space to enjoy the great outdoors. Between Watonga Parkway Park and Jester Park, residents enjoy a sprawling grassy strip of community space with lush lawns, the extensive White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail, numerous athletic fields, a public swimming pool, and even a dog park! Your pooch will be happy to explore this space with his potential furry neighbors.

Have a family or friends game night at Speedy’s Fast Track, an adventure center known for its go-karts, arcade games, and mini golf.

Learn more about living in Oak Forest-Garden Oaks

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Univ. of Houston, Downtown	Drive:	14 min	8.3 mi
University of St Thomas	Drive:	17 min	8.6 mi
The Art Institute of Houston	Drive:	14 min	9.2 mi
Houston Community College	Drive:	18 min	11.1 mi

1538 Thornton Rd is within 14 minutes or 8.3 miles from Univ. of Houston, Downtown. It is also near University of St Thomas and The Art Institute of Houston.

Schools

Oak Forest Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

878 Students

Attendance Zone

Black Middle

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

1,329 Students

Attendance Zone

Waltrip High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1,597 Students

Attendance Zone

New Heights Christian Academy

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades K-12

108 Students

Nearby

Temple Oaks Baptist School

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Nearby

School data provided by

Transportation

Transportation options available in Houston include Northline Transit Center / Hcc, located 4.3 miles from 1538 Thornton Rd. 1538 Thornton Rd is near George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 17.0 miles or 26 minutes away, and William P Hobby, located 21.3 miles or 35 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Northline Transit Center / Hcc	Drive:	8 min	4.3 mi
Melbourne / North Lindale	Drive:	9 min	4.9 mi
Lindale Park	Drive:	9 min	5.6 mi
Cavalcade	Drive:	10 min	6.1 mi
Moody Park	Drive:	11 min	7.0 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Houston	Drive:	14 min	8.5 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
George Bush Intcntl/Houston	Drive:	26 min	17.0 mi
William P Hobby	Drive:	35 min	21.3 mi

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

Traffic:

Airport:

Businesses:

Score provided by

Scores provided by and

Score provided by

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1538 Thornton Rd.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Oak Forest Shopping Center	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
1201 W 43rd St	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Ella Shopping Center	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi

1538 Thornton Rd has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center	Drive:	10 min	6.0 mi
Woodland Park	Drive:	11 min	7.1 mi
Buffalo Bayou Park	Drive:	17 min	7.3 mi
Memorial Park and Golf Course	Drive:	12 min	7.4 mi
Discovery Green	Drive:	16 min	9.9 mi

1538 Thornton Rd has 5 parks within 9.9 miles, including Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, Memorial Park and Golf Course, and Woodland Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Memorial Hermann Hospital System	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Doctors Hospital Tidwell	Drive:	6 min	3.2 mi
The Heights Hospital	Drive:	7 min	3.9 mi

1538 Thornton Rd has 3 hospitals within 3.9 miles, the nearest is Memorial Hermann Hospital System which is 2.0 miles away and a 4 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Lyndon B Johnson Space Center	Drive:	48 min	34.8 mi
Pelican Spit Military Reservation	Drive:	77 min	60.3 mi

1538 Thornton Rd is 34.8 miles from Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pelican Spit Military Reservation.