Becky's Best Bungalow Bets for August 28, 2022: Top 5 New Listings + A Smelly Subject

Hello BBBB Friends:

Despite not having many new listings this week to choose from, I’ve found six properties, all under $1 million, to share. Be sure to keep scrolling down for price improvements, new contracts, and final sales for those homes that are Still on My List.

WHAT’S THAT SMELL WORTH?

In real estate, the “7-second rule” refers to the amount of time a potential buyer spends inside a home before making a decision. Add an unpleasant odor and decrease that time by a few seconds. A home with a pleasant aroma may not be able to attract buyers, but one with a bad smell will appraise for less, sell for less, and remain on the market longer.

Pet odors, smoke, mildew and musty aromas, and strong perfumes are the worst offenders when it comes to unpleasant odors. Don’t kid yourself, either: someone will open the fridge door, even if the fridge isn’t remaining with the house. Additionally, a heavy deodorizer smell will be highly suspect.

Scents that sell:

Citrus (Consumers spend 32% more money in a retail store when there is a slight citrus aroma, according to a UC-Irvine research study.)
Lemongrass
Vanilla
Pine & cedar (great for the holidays)
Cinnamon
Jasmine- if you must go floral, this is the scent to choose

Have a great week and,

Let’s go look at houses or talk about selling yours!!!
Becky

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The Week’s Featured Properties

782 Nicholson: $474,950

Houston Heights
Contemporary, c. 2010 by Schwab Design
3/3/1, 2076 sq ft on a 1694 sq ft lot
Open concept living/dining/kitchen on the 2nd floor
3rd bedroom/office on 1st floor
Primary suite + 1 secondary bedroom on 3rd floor
Roof-top deck plus 2 additional balconies
Bonus space off roof-top deck
Fenced green space/pet patch
Front-entry, 2-car attached garage
Curbed street (corner unit closest to the street)
Zoned to Love Elementary

Stucco, or stuck-uh-oh as it is sometimes called, can be problematic. In this case, the sellers did a preemptive inspection and made necessary repairs to the stucco before listing. Nice move.👍

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4205 Watson: $575,000

Parker (east of Norhill Historic District)
Craftsman bungalow, c. 1930
2/1, 1104 sq ft on a 4540 sq ft lot.
Updated kitchen and bath
Original hardwood flooring with matching wood blinds.
Flex space/study
small grassy backyard with a vine-covered pergola.
Driveway access w/auto-gate to 1-car detached garage
Curbed street
Zoned to Browning Elementary

This is my cutie-patootie pick of the week. There is no denying the curb appeal and charm of this nicely updated home.

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803 Aurora: $613,500

Sunset Heights
Prairie-style bungalow, c. 1920
2/2, 1124 sq ft on a 4500 sq ft lot
Kitchen updates, vintage hall bath
Renovated primary suite with a walk-in closet
Fenced and landscaped front yard
POOL/spa (2017 addition) with travertine decking
Secure driveway parking (no garage)
Curbed street
Zoned to Field Elementary

Prairie-style homes are characterized by horizontal lines and flat or shallow-hipped roofs. Like Craftsman bungalows, they typically have wide, overhanging eaves.

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924 W Gardner: $835,000

Cash (east of Norhill Historic District)
Arts and Crafts bungalow, c. 1930
3/2/1, 1884 sq ft on a 4630 sq ft lot
Expanded/renovated in 2022
Primary suite with raised ceiling and beautiful bath w/walk-in closet
Covered back porch with a small strip of greenspace
Driveway parking (no garage)
Curbed street
Zoned to Browning Elementary

The renovation included a spacious master bedroom, complete with an en-suite bath and a walk-in closet. It’s refreshing to see the use of color, something other than white on white. However, it may be too late to turn back if you decide you hate the color green.

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737 Tulane: $950,000

Houston Heights-Tulane Trails
Greek Revival, c. 2018 by Sullivan Brothers
3/2/1, 2361 sq ft on a 3300 sq ft lot.
Double gallery front and back porches
LEED Certified
First-floor study
Greenspace between the house and the garage
Alley access to 2-car attached garage
Parking pad in front
Zoned to Love Elementary

If this home looks familiar, it’s because I’ve recently written about several others in the 700 blocks of Tulane and Ashland by Sullivan Builders. Due to its convenient location near the Hike and Bike Trail, Heights Merchantile, Donovan Park, and MKT, this section of the Heights is seeing a spike in popularity.

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This Week’s Price Reductions & Status Updates

No price changes to report

BACK ON MARKET

914 Rutland: $799,000

Houston Heights
Cottage c. 1910
3/2, 2082 sq ft on 5324 sq ft lot
Kitchen and bath updates
All bedrooms down
Game room/office/flex space up
Back yard with deck, patio, and artificial turf
Climate-controlled bonus room in the garage
Alley access to 2 car detached garage
Front parking space
Zoned to Harvard Elementary

Woodland Heights
Modern Craftsman home c. 2017 by Modern Bungalow
4/4/2, 4711 sq ft on 6975 sq ft lot
Original List Price: $2,295,000
Days on Market: 15

Going, Going Gone!

SOLD

4636 Oak Ridge: $675,000

Norhill Historic District
Brick Craftsman bungalow c. 1930
3/2, 1565 sq ft on 5000 sq ft lot
Price at Time of Contract: $699,000
List to Sell Ratio: 97%
Original List Price: $699,000
Days on Market: 4
Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $7,577
Title Paid By: Seller

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SOLD

1117 Nicholson: $839,000

Houston Heights
Greek Revival c. 2012 by Heights Homes
3/2/1, 2124 sq ft on 3175 sq ft lot
Price at Time of Contract: $839,000
List to Sell Ratio: 100%
Original List Price: $839,000
Days on Market: 18
Title Paid By: Seller

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SOLD

706 Tulane: $930,950

Houston Heights (Tulane Trails)
Greek Revival c. 2015 by Sullivan Builders
3/2/1, 2304 sq ft on 3300 sq ft lot
Price at Time of Contract: $949,950
List to Sell Ratio: 98%
Original List Price: $
Days on Market: 18
Title Paid By: Seller

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SOLD

619 Oxford: $1,312,500

Houston Heights
Craftsman c. 2011
3/2/1, 2955 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
Price at Time of Contract: $1,349,990
List to Sell Ratio: 97%
Original List Price: $1,349,990
Days on Market: 5
Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $2,000
Title Paid By: Seller

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