Hello BBBB Friends:
Happy Cinco De Mayo! As we welcome clearer skies after a bout of stormy weather, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore some exciting new listings. This week, I am featuring four versions of Craftsman-style homes, all beautifully updated. I’m also including a stunning 2020 contemporary home that defines luxury living, complete with a pool, outdoor kitchen, and panoramic retractable walls that seamlessly integrate indoor and outdoor living. Whether you are drawn to classic details or modern luxuries, these properties offer a bit of eye candy for everyone.
As always, please keep scrolling down to see price reductions, new contracts, and final sales for homes that are Still on My List.
Have a great week, and,
Let’s look at houses or talk about selling yours!
Becky Davis
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*Note: For purposes of BBBB, the “Heights” is defined as the area between I-10 and Loop 610 N and between Shepherd and I-45).
The Week’s Featured Properties
930 Louise: $750,000
- Pineridge
- Craftsman bungalow, c. 1940
- 3/2, 1578 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Renovated 2013 by Renovated Thinking
- Primary suite with 2 walk-in closets
- Two living areas
- Attic storage space
- Back deck, small flagstone backyard, fenced green space in front
- Garage APT (484 sq ft, efficiency, full kitchen & bath)
- Gated driveway access to an over-sized 2-car detached garage
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Located on a charming, tree-lined street in the Pineridge subdivision south of Sunset Heights, this area boasts a mix of new builds and original homes from the early 1900s. Enjoy a short walk to local favorites, such as Houston Dairymaids, Street Food Thai Market, and Golden Seafood.
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902 W Gardner: $925,000
- Cash (East of the Norhill Historic District)
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1930
- 3/3, 2590 sq ft on a 4623 sq ft lot
- Renovated in 2013
- Open living/dining/kitchen
- Flex room (game room, study, or dining room)
- Primary suite on the first floor
- Fenced green spaces front and sides, bricked patio
- Double driveway with attached carport
- Corner lot, curbed streets
- Zoned to Browning Elementary
This bungalow was large to begin with, but the renovation created an open concept. Plus, something you don’t see in most bungalows: walk-in closets in the secondary bedrooms and a large utility room. The mature trees on the property, including a huge crepe myrtle, add to its charm.
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730 Omar: $1,425,000
- Woodland Heights
- Craftsman, c. 1920
- 5/3, 3182 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Renovated and expanded in 2014 by Southern Green Builders
- Open-concept living/dining/kitchen plus a family room
- Small office with built-in desk and cabinets
- Study or 5th bedroom down with access to a full bath
- Fenced front and side yards, herringbone brick patio, low-maintenance artificial turf
- Gated driveway entrance to a 2-car attached garage
- Corner lot
- Zoned to Travis Elementary
Energy-saving features include solar panels, high-efficiency HVAC, and two EV charging stations.
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2903 Beauchamp: $1,430,000
- Woodland Heights
- Modern Craftsman, c. 2017 by Modern Bungalow
- 4/3/1, 3380 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Wrap-around front porch
- High ceilings, reclaimed hardwood floors, detailed crown molding, wainscoting
- Home office/study
- Large primary suite with tray ceiling, spa-like bath, and walk-in closet
- Patio deck and grassy sideyard
- Gated driveway access to 2-car attached garage
- Corner lot, curbed streets
- Zoned to Travis Elementary
Within walking distance of Travis Elementary, Woodland Park, and the White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail.
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1015 E 27th: $2,087,500
- Sunset Heights
- Contemporary, c. 2020, by Gotham Builders
- 3/4/1, 4118 sq ft on 11,700 sq ft lot
- 12′ ceilings down
- Gym/office
- 1 guest bedroom down, primary suite plus a secondary bedroom up
- Beautiful and unique primary bath
- Owned solar panels and EV charging station
- Backyard with POOL, outdoor kitchen, patio with fire pit, and green space
- Garage APT (860 sq ft, one bedroom w/full kitchen, and bath, separate yard)
- Driveway access to 3-car attached garage
- Zoned to Field Elementary
This is a gorgeous contemporary home with lots of bells and whistles. The stunning living area has floor-to-ceiling retractable walls that look out to the yard and pool. It’s difficult to pick just one favorite feature.
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This Week’s Price Reductions & Status Updates
PRICE INCREASE
623 W 16th Unit A: $785,000 was $777,000
- Houston Heights
- Craftsman-influence, c. 2014 by Mazzarino
- 3/2/1, 2777 sq ft on a 3275 sq ft lot
- Nicely trimmed with crown moldings, wainscoting, and built-ins
- Primary suite with raised ceiling and cove lighting
- Open game room/family room on 2nd floor & a wrap-around balcony
- Covered back porch with extended deck and above-ground salt-water POOL
- Front-entry 2-car garage
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
Located just a half-block off Shepherd, this home is in an increasingly walkable neighborhood, where restaurants and shops are replacing once-prevalent car lots on Shepherd.
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PRICE REDUCED
839 E 24th: $998,500 was $1,100,000
- Sunset Heights
- Farmhouse c. 1920
- 4/3, 2910 sq ft on a 6000 sq ft lot
- Renovated in 2016 by Renovated Thinking
- Two first-floor living areas
- Home office or 4th bedroom down w/full bath access
- Bricked patio with grassy yard space
- Screened-in back porch ❤️
- Driveway access to a detached oversized 2-car garage
- Zoned to Field Elementary
This is an increasingly popular Heights neighborhood, with many newly constructed homes and updates to the existing home inventory. Construction crews have permanent VIP status in this neighborhood! And let’s not forget the perks of being close to Airline Drive, where you’ll find many restaurants and the redeveloped Farmers Market.
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PRICE REDUCED
309 E 16th St: $1,125,000 was $1,150,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
- 3/4, 2217 sq ft on a 4620 sq ft lot
- Expanded/renovated in 2022/2023
- Office or 4th bedroom down with full bath
- 2 primary suites- 1 up/1 down
- Additional guest bedroom up with ensuite bath
- Grassy backyard with mature trees
- Gated driveway access to a 1-car detached garage and carport
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Interestingly, the garage features both front and rear doors while the backyard offers access to the alley through a long automatic gate, potentially enabling a drive-thru garage setup.
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PRICE REDUCED
503 E 12th St: $1,750,000 was $1,775,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Modern Victorian c. 2004 by Design Tech
- 4/3/1, 3519 sq ft on 7331 sq ft lot
- Updated kitchen and primary bath, freshly painted
- Double gallery porches
- Elevator access
- Primary suite down with tray ceiling, spa bath, and large closet
- Media room on the second floor
- Walk-in attic with elevator access
- Covered back porch, flagstone backyard with POOL and landscaping
- Gated, extra-wide driveway access to 2-car detached garage
- Corner lot, curbed streets
- Zoned to Harvard Elementary
I love the walk-in attic space, which is easily accessible via an elevator! However, it’s worth mentioning that the third bedroom upstairs is relatively smaller and is currently configured as a closet.
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PRICE REDUCED
501 E 27th St: $1,840,000 was $1,931,000
- Sunset Heights
- Early 20th-century post office/drug store renovation, c. 1925
- 3/2/1, 3764 sq ft on a 12,000 sq ft lot
- Renovated in 2015
- Stained concrete floors down, reclaimed hardwood floors up
- Architectural features include exposed Old Chicago Brick, antique doors, and much more
- Chef’s kitchen with Viking stove, SubZero fridge, and raised island with seating
- Huge primary suite with TWELVE windows, Roman shades, a sitting area with fireplace, and a private terrace
- Gorgeous landscaped grounds with green lawns, pergola and brick patio, and a POOL/spa with slate surround
- Driveway access to 2-car attached/detached garage
- Corner lot
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Picture this: an authentic 1925 post office and drug store transformed into a luxurious modern home with top-notch finishes and a nod to the past. Plus, one of the extra bedrooms is as spacious as a master suite, complete with a fireplace featuring an elegant onyx surround. And don’t even get me started on the stunning grounds—endless lawns, a pool, and plenty of outdoor entertainment areas. It’s a must-see!
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OPTION PENDING
1001 Le Green: $700,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Pediment Bungalow c. 1930
- 3/2, 1872 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $875,000
- Days on Market: 176
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OPTION PENDING
839 E 24th: $998,500
- Sunset Heights
- Farmhouse c. 1920
- 4/3, 2910 sq ft on a 6000 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,100,000
- Days on Market: 23
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OPTION PENDING
1230 Allston: $1,150,000
- Heights West Historic District
- Queen Anne bungalow, c. 1913
- 3/3, 2508 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,150,000
- Days on Market: 4
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OPTION PENDING
1109 E 7th: $1,849,000
- Norhill (south of 11th St- not historic)
- Modern Craftsman, c. 2014 by Vintage Homes
- 4/4, 3841 sq ft on a 6000 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,849,000
- Days on Market: 4
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Going, Going, Gone!
SOLD
808 W Melwood: $585,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1930
- 2/1, 1366 sq ft on a 5512 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $590,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 99%
- Original List Price: $625,000
- Days on Market: 119
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $15,000
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911 Key: $625,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Brick bungalow, c. 1926
- 2/1, 1246 sq ft on a 5200 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $625,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $625,000
- Days on Market: 5
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
816 W 13th St: $683,000
- Houston Heights
- Neo-Classical, c. 1930
- 2/2, 1210 sq ft on a 4356 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $700,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 98%
- Original List Price: $700,000
- Days on Market: 9
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
805 Ralfallen: $739,000
- Ridgewood
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1920
- 3/2, 1633 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $739,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $750,000
- Days on Market: 31
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $15,000
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1020 Dorothy: $800,000
- Houston Heights
- Contemporary/Modern, c. 2019 by Loftech Homes
- 4/2/1, 2704 sq ft on 3000 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $849,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 94%
- Original List Price: $1,189,000
- Days on Market: 84
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
705 Cordell: $825,000
- Brooke Smith
- Prairie style, c. 2017 by Covington Signature
- 4/3/1, 3037 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $825,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $975,000
- Days on Market: 105
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Repairs: $2,500
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SOLD
1505 Allston: $1,070,000
- Heights West Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1920
- 3/3, 2205 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $1,075,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $1,075,000
- Days on Market: 4
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
1112 W Cottage: $1,112,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow, c. 1930
- 4/3/1, 2220 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $1,150,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 97%
- Original List Price: $1,150,000
- Days on Market: 16
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
3501 Oak Ridge: $1,170,000
- Norhill (not in the historic district)
- Cottage c. 1920
- 4/4, 2144 sq ft on a 6832 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $1,199,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 98%
- Original List Price: $1,199,000
- Days on Market: 8
- Title Paid By: Seller
- Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $16,000
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SOLD
2016 Harvard: $1,549,000
- Houston Heights
- Modern farmhouse, c. 2015 by Renovo Homes
- 4/4, 3752 sq ft on a 6,600 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $1,450,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 94%
- Original List Price: $1,780,000
- Days on Market: 125
- Title Paid By: Seller
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