Hello BBBB Friends:
Happy Mother’s Day to you and yours! While Mother’s Day is traditionally a busy open house day, only a few options are open today. I have five new listings to share with you today. I also have a number of price reductions, new contracts, and final sales for homes that are Still on My List, so be sure to keep scrolling down!
HEIGHTS REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE-APRIL HIGHLIGHTS
The journey towards market “normalcy” has been quite the rollercoaster ride, with mortgage rates playing a wild game of ups and downs. Despite the 12th consecutive month of lower sales volume than the previous year, median home prices in the Heights have proved to be quite sturdy, only slightly lagging behind the levels seen in 2022 for just one out of the past 12 months. Hang tight as we navigate these market fluctuations because the Heights is holding its ground! CLICK HERE for the complete April Market Update, including graphs and tables.
YOU’RE INVITED!
May 24, Wednesday, 5:30-8:30 PM: Joystix Arcade Party. Come join us for an exciting Joystix Arcade Party hosted by the Bayou City Life Group and Bayou City Property Group at Compass. Step back in time and relive your childhood memories with over 200 retro arcade and pinball games, along with foosball, air hockey, and darts, to keep you entertained. Located near Minute Maid Park, the night promises to be unforgettable. If games aren’t your thing, unwind with some refreshing drinks and savor delicious slices of pizza from nearby Frank’s Pizza in the cozy Eighteen Twenty Lounge. Proceeds of a raffle of 4 Astros box seat tickets, will benefit the Field Elementary Performing Arts Program.
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Have a great week, and,
Let’s look at houses or talk about selling yours!
Becky Davis
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The Week’s Featured Properties
908 Louise: $579,990
- Pineridge (South of East Sunset Heights)
- Bungalow, c. 1940
- 3/2, 1704 sq ft on a 3500 sq ft lot
- Renovated in 2014
- Top-down window coverings w/blackout shades
- Primary suite with large walk-in closet
- Utility room with sink & storage
- Xeriscaped front yard, and a back area with low-maintenance pavers
- Gated access to an attached carport
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Located on a charming, tree-lined block of the Pineridge subdivision south of Sunset Heights, featuring a combination of new construction and original early-1900 homes. Stroll to neighborhood favorites, Houston Dairymaids, and Golden Seafood.
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1138 Adele: $685,000
- Stude Sec 1 (south of East Sunset Heights)
- Neo-classical garage-front, c. 2019 by Loftech Homes
- 3/2/1, 2411 sq ft on a 2500 sq ft lot
- Wide-plank engineered wood flooring down
- Island kitchen w/ seating for 4 or 5
- Home office/bonus room on 2nd floor
- Primary suite with spa bath, dual primary closets, and balcony access
- Small grassy backyard
- Front-entry garage with additional driveway parking
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Just around the corner, you’ll find the former Heights Transit Center, which is set to be transformed into a hip city park. The city has received a grant to assist with the renovation. Plans include improvements to the existing pavilion, restroom upgrades, splash pad, walking paths, and even a rain garden.
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938 Oxford: $749,000
- Houston Heights
- Pediment bungalow c. 1920
- 2/1, 1286 sq ft on 4650 sq ft lot
- Kitchen and bath updates
- Primary bedroom w/ walk-in closet
- Fenced green space front and back
- Garage APT (1st-floor living area plus a bedroom, full kitchen, and bath on the second floor)
- Gated driveway parking
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Harvard Elementary
The garage’s first floor was recently converted into a living area for the garage apartment. Great walkable location just blocks from restaurants on White Oak, 11th and Studewood Streets, as well as Harvard Elementary, Donovan Park, and Heights Merchantile.
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820 Rutland: $920,000
- Houston Heights
- Queen Anne Bungalow, c. 1914
- 3/2, 1943 sq ft on a 6468 sq ft lot
- Updated kitchen and baths
- 10′ ceilings
- Antique pocket doors, wainscoting, crown molding, and built-ins
- Primary suite with walk-in closet
- Party-sized vaulted back deck
- Large backyard plus fenced and landscaped front and sideyards
- Alley access to 2-car detached carport
- Front parking pad
- Zoned to Harvard Elementary
The rise of the MKT development has greatly enhanced the appeal of this location. Situated just a block and a half from the Hike and Bike Trail, residents can enjoy convenient access to popular destinations like MKT, Lawrence Park, Heights Mercantile, and Donovan Park.
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833 Waverly: $1,780,000
- Houston Heights
- Colonial Revival, c. 2014 by Whitestone Builders
- 4/3/1, 3748 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
- Double gallery porches
- Chef’s kitchen with island seating
- Home office/study
- First-floor primary suite
- 3 secondary bedrooms plus an open game room up
- Generac generator
- Covered back porch overlooking a heated saltwater POOL plus turfed pet patch
- Unfinished garage APT
- Alley access to 2-car detached garage
- Front parking pad
- Zoned to Love Elementary
The floating staircase is like the James Bond of staircases—oozing with elegance, visual sophistication, and the perfect spot for striking poses.
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This Week’s Price Reductions & Status Updates
PRICE REDUCED
1114 Algregg: $825,000 was $830,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Bungalow w/ornamental gable, c. 1920
- 3/2/1, 1696 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Renovated/expanded 2022
- Dedicated laundry room
- Primary suite w/ enclosed spa (party 🥳) shower w/slipper tub and large closet
- Covered back porch and a bit of backyard space, plus fenced front yard
- Gated driveway access to 1-car detached garage
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Field Elementary
To-the-studs renovation increasing total square footage by 721 sq ft. In addition to the expanded living quarters, the builder was also able to create a back porch and save some of the backyard space,
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PRICE REDUCED
1838 Arlington: $1,215,000 was $1,250,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Greek Revival, c. 2005
- 3/2/1, 2836 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Double gallery front and back porches
- Updates are primarily paint
- Trims include crown moldings, built-ins and plantation shutters
- Living room and family room
- Custom refrigerated wine storage w/300 bottle capacity
- Open sitting area/game room on 2nd floor
- Small yard with flagstone patio
- Garage APT (484 sq ft, efficiency with full kitchen & bath, exterior lift)
- Driveway access to 2-car detached garage
- Additional driveway parking
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Great location just two blocks off Heights Boulevard with easy access to restaurants and shopping on 19th and 20th Streets. Note: Heights’ favorite Neo Baguette, less than a block away, was rebranded in early 2022 to Le cafe Josephine, a French Moroccan restaurant.
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PRICE REDUCED
813 Lawrence: $1,399,999 was $1,425,495
- Harding Heights (West Heights)
- Contemporary/modern, c. 2016 by CEA Loveless
- 3/3, 3003 sq ft on a 4500 sq ft lot
- Office or 4th bedroom down with access to full bath
- Gorgeous waterfall natural stone kitchen island
- Additional den/flex-room
- Primary suite with tray ceilings, double-sided fireplace, and sitting area
- Sports fan’s dream media room with 110-inch projector plus 2 additional wide-screen TVs
- Covered back porch with summer kitchen and fire pit, plus turfed backyard
- Driveway access to a 2-car front-entry attached garage
- Additional driveway and pad parking in front
- Zoned to Love Elementary
Walkable location just a block from Lawrence Park and the Hike & Bike Trail. Just a few steps further to the ever-expanding MKT mixed-use complex with a number of restaurants, shops, and office space. (PS. CEA Loveless is one of my favorite contemporary builders.)
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OPTION PENDING
607 W 20th St: $575,000
- Houston Heights
- Queen Anne inspired, c. 2004 by Perry Homes
- 3/2/1, 1843 sq ft on a 3275 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $575,000
- Days on Market: 3
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OPTION PENDING
1034 Peddie: $639,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Arts & Crafts Bungalow, c. 1930
- 2/1, 1460 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $639,000
- Days on Market: 4
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OPTION PENDING
618 E 8th St: $799,000
- Houston Heights
- Victorian inspired, c. 1989
- 3/2, 1900 sq ft on a 6595 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $799,000
- Days on Market: 6
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OPTION PENDING
931 Louise: $829,900
- Pineridge (south of East Sunset Heights)
- Craftsman bungalow, c. 1930
- 3/2/1, 2008 sq ft on 7500 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $849,900
- Days on Market: 52
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OPTION PENDING
536 W 23rd St: $845,000
- Houston Heights
- Victorian, c. 2011 by Sullivan Builders
- 3/2/1, 2232 sq ft on 3275 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $890,000
- Days on Market: 69
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OPTION PENDING
121 Payne: $980,000
- Germantown Historic District
- Craftsman and Folk National, c. 1900
- 4/3/1, 2464 sq ft on a 5250 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $980,000
- Days on Market: 4
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OPTION PENDING
943 Columbia: $1,195,000
- Heights South Historic District
- Bungalow, c. 1910
- 4/3, 2760 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,195,000
- Days on Market: 5
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OPTION PENDING
925 Tulane #B: $1,215,000
- Houston Heights
- Greek Revival, c. 2018 by Ansari Homes
- 4/4/1, 3731 sq ft on a 3300 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,215,000
- Days on Market: 7
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OPTION PENDING
508 E 25th St: $1,590,900
- Sunset Heights
- Prairie-style, c. 2018 by Urban Craftsman
- 3/3/1, 2964 sq ft on a 5880 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,590,900
- Days on Market: 16
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Going, Going, Gone!
SOLD
1130 Jerome: $750,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1949
- 3/2, 1821 sq ft on 5000 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $799,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 94%
- Original List Price: $799,000
- Days on Market: 475
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
1015 E 7th St: $1,630,000
- Norhill (South of 11th)
- Traditional/Prairie style, c. 2007 by Allegro Builders
- 5/4, 3942 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $1,650,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 99%
- Original List Price: $1,650,000
- Days on Market: 6
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Repairs: $11,269
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SOLD
843 Allston: $1,699,900
- Houston Heights
- Modern farmhouse style, c. 2019 by Heights Construction
- 5/4/1, 4257 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $1,699,900
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $1,850,000
- Days on Market: 46
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Contribution to Buyer’s Closing Costs: $3,000
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But wait, there’s more…
This is just the latest and greatest; however, there are still lots more on my list that you can check out here:
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